Chhitari - Karera, Shivpuri
Chhitari is a village situated in the Karera tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karera and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Chirari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhitari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhitari is 455646. The village covers a total geographical area of 441.73 hectares and falls under the 473662 pincode. Karera is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Chhitari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhitari
According to the 2011 Census, Chhitari village had a total population of 1,440 people, including 776 males and 664 females, living in 314 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.34%, with male literacy at 64.95% and female literacy at 41.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 526.
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 | 1,440 | 776 | 664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 137 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 526 | 282 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 632 | 415 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 808 | 361 | 447 |
Nearby Villages of Chhitari
Chhitari 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 Chhitari
Chhitari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karera to Chhitari is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Chhitari is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhitari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhitari 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 Chhitari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhitari 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 Chhitari
Where is Chhitari located?
Chhitari village is located in Karera Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhitari?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhitari is Chirari.
What is the pincode of Chhitari?
The pincode of Chhitari is 473662.
What is the population of Chhitari?
Chhitari had a total population of 1,440, including 776 males and 664 females.
How many households are there in Chhitari?
Chhitari had 314 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhitari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhitari was 54.34%. Male literacy was 64.95% and female literacy was 41.41%.