Chhitari - Narwar, Shivpuri
Chhitari is a village situated in the Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narwar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Chitari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhitari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhitari is 455511. The village covers a total geographical area of 1346.07 hectares and falls under the 473880 pincode. Narwar is the nearest town, located about 15 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
As per Census 2011, Chhitari village has a total population of 4,451 people, consisting of 2,435 males and 2,016 females. The village has 820 households and a sex ratio of 827 females per 1,000 males. There are 752 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,207 literate and 2,244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,413 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 170 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhitari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,451 | 2,435 | 2,016 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 752 | 403 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,413 | 755 | 658 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 95 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 2,207 | 1,466 | 741 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,244 | 969 | 1,275 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narwar to Chhitari is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Chhitari is about 60 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 Narwar Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhitari?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhitari is Chitari.
What is the pincode of Chhitari?
The pincode of Chhitari is 473880.
What is the population of Chhitari?
Chhitari has a total population of 4,451, including 2,435 males and 2,016 females.
How many households are there in Chhitari?
There are 820 households in Chhitari.
What is the literacy rate in Chhitari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhitari is 49.58%. Male literacy is 60.21% and female literacy is 36.76%.