Chitahari - Narwar, Shivpuri
Chitahari is a village situated in the Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narwar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Rajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitahari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitahari is 455553. The village covers a total geographical area of 292.88 hectares and falls under the 473880 pincode. Narwar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Chitahari 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 Chitahari
As per Census 2011, Chitahari village has a total population of 776 people, consisting of 421 males and 355 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 843 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 365 literate and 411 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitahari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 776 | 421 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 75 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 127 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 230 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 191 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Chitahari
Chitahari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajpur | East | 2.34 km |
| Pulha | West | 3.88 km |
| Sihore | West | 4.21 km |
| Bahagawan | South-West | 4.22 km |
| Gokanda | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Khadicha | South | 4.53 km |
| Phoolpur Karera | South-East | 4.55 km |
| Dihayala | East | 5.24 km |
| Hateda | North | 5.80 km |
| Baroda | North-West | 6.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitahari
Chitahari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sonagir, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.7 km.
| 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 Narwar to Chitahari is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Chitahari is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitahari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitahari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chitahari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitahari 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 Chitahari
Where is Chitahari located?
Chitahari village is located in Narwar Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitahari?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitahari is Rajpur.
What is the pincode of Chitahari?
The pincode of Chitahari is 473880.
What is the population of Chitahari?
Chitahari has a total population of 776, including 421 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Chitahari?
There are 118 households in Chitahari.
What is the literacy rate in Chitahari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitahari is 47.04%. Male literacy is 54.63% and female literacy is 38.03%.