Chitraw - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Chitraw is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Chitraon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitraw village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitraw is 501136. The village covers a total geographical area of 1160.43 hectares and falls under the 484771 pincode. Jaisinghnagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chitraw village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitraw
As per Census 2011, Chitraw village has a total population of 2,249 people, consisting of 1,115 males and 1,134 females. The village has 574 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,373 literate and 876 illiterate residents. Additionally, 299 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 580 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitraw are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chitraw
Chitraw 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dawadahiya | South | 2.45 km |
| Bachaha | South | 2.56 km |
| Naudhiya | East | 2.81 km |
| Serimar | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Matohar | North | 3.12 km |
| Masiyari | West | 3.16 km |
| Sarwari | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Rampur | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Baghadol | South | 3.97 km |
| Jhara | South | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitraw
Public transport in the Chitraw is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Duvri Kalan, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisinghnagar to Chitraw is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Chitraw is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitraw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitraw village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chitraw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitraw village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chitraw
Where is Chitraw located?
Chitraw village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitraw?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitraw is Chitraon.
What is the pincode of Chitraw?
The pincode of Chitraw is 484771.
What is the population of Chitraw?
Chitraw has a total population of 2,249, including 1,115 males and 1,134 females.
How many households are there in Chitraw?
There are 574 households in Chitraw.
What is the literacy rate in Chitraw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitraw is 61.05%. Male literacy is 67.89% and female literacy is 54.32%.