Kitana - Seondha, Datia
Kitana is a village situated in the Seondha tehsil of Datia district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Seondha and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Datia. Ruhera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kitana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kitana is 454357. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.74 hectares and falls under the 475682 pincode. Seondha is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kitana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kitana
According to the 2011 Census, Kitana village had a total population of 514 people, including 283 males and 231 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 816 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.21%, with male literacy at 78.33% and female literacy at 45.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 514 | 283 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 43 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 188 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 95 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Kitana
Kitana is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sing Pura | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Ruhera | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Chandrapura | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Neemdanda | South | 2.82 km |
| Dani Pura | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Bachharoli | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Gokul Pura | North | 3.41 km |
| Semra | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Bhikampura | South | 4.30 km |
| Lalpura | North-West | 4.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kitana
Kitana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Itehar, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seondha to Kitana is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Datia to Kitana is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kitana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kitana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kitana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kitana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kitana
Where is Kitana located?
Kitana village is located in Seondha Tehsil, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kitana?
The Gram Panchayat of Kitana is Ruhera.
What is the pincode of Kitana?
The pincode of Kitana is 475682.
What is the population of Kitana?
Kitana had a total population of 514, including 283 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Kitana?
Kitana had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kitana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kitana was 63.21%. Male literacy was 78.33% and female literacy was 45.32%.