Chhitapura
Chhitapura is a village located in Itarsi tehsil of Hoshangabad district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 56km away from sub-district headquarter Itarsi (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Hoshangabad. As per 2009 stats, Chhitapura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chhitapura unique in its vibrant Itarsi-Hoshangabad region. You’ll see Chhitapura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chhitapura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhitapura is 487382. The village spans a total geographical area of 714.22 hectares. Itarsi is nearest town to Chhitapura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chhitapura village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Seoni-malwa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chhitapura
Population of Chhitapura
According to the 2011 Census, Chhitapura has a total population of about 1,400, with approximately 719 males and 681 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 230 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 196 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,158. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.36%, with male literacy at about 54.38% and female literacy near 35.83%. There are around 253 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhitapura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,400 | 719 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 109 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 105 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,158 | 590 | 568 |
| Literate Population | 635 | 391 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 328 | 437 |
Connectivity of Chhitapura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhitapura. As per the 2011 stats, Chhitapura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhitapura
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhitapura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhitapura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhitapura
- Where is Chhitapura located?
- Chhitapura village is situated in Itarsi Tehsil, within the Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhitapura?
- Chhitapura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chhitapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhitapura is 1,400, with 719 males and 681 females.
- How many households are there in Chhitapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhitapura village has a total of 253 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhitapura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhitapura is 45.36%. The male literacy rate is 54.38%, while the female literacy rate is 35.83%.