Chitara - Badarwas, Shivpuri
Chitara is a village situated in the Badarwas tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badarwas and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Salon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitara is 456075. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 473885 pincode. Badarwas is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chitara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kolaras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitara
According to the 2011 Census, Chitara village had a total population of 73 people, including 41 males and 32 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 780 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.23%, with male literacy at 35.29% and female literacy at 14.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.
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 | 73 | 41 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 41 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 29 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Chitara
Chitara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chitara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chitara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badarwas to Chitara is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Chitara is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitara 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chitara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitara 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 Chitara
Where is Chitara located?
Chitara village is located in Badarwas Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chitara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitara is Salon.
What is the pincode of Chitara?
The pincode of Chitara is 473885.
What is the population of Chitara?
Chitara had a total population of 73, including 41 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Chitara?
Chitara had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitara was 26.23%. Male literacy was 35.29% and female literacy was 14.81%.