Chitraw
Chitraw is a village located in Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Jaisinghnagar (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Shahdol. As per 2009 stats, Chitraon is the gram panchayat of Chitraw village.
Here you can discover what makes Chitraw unique in its vibrant Jaisinghnagar-Shahdol region. You’ll see Chitraw’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 Chitraw
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitraw is 501136. The village spans a total geographical area of 1160.43 hectares. Jaisinghnagar is nearest town to Chitraw village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Chitraw
Population of Chitraw
According to the 2011 Census, Chitraw has a total population of about 2,249, with approximately 1,115 males and 1,134 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 312 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 299 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 580. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.05%, with male literacy at about 67.89% and female literacy near 54.32%. There are around 574 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitraw's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,249 | 1,115 | 1,134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 161 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 145 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 580 | 295 | 285 |
| Literate Population | 1,373 | 757 | 616 |
| Illiterate Population | 876 | 358 | 518 |
Connectivity of Chitraw
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitraw. As per the 2011 stats, Chitraw had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitraw
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitraw helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitraw.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitraw
- Where is Chitraw located?
- Chitraw village is situated in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitraw?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chitraw is Chitraon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Chitraw as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitraw is 2,249, with 1,115 males and 1,134 females.
- How many households are there in Chitraw as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitraw village has a total of 574 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitraw as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitraw is 61.05%. The male literacy rate is 67.89%, while the female literacy rate is 54.32%.