Itar - Deosar, Singrauli
Itar is a village situated in the Deosar tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deosar and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Itar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Itar is 503679. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.51 hectares and falls under the 486886 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Itar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Itar
According to the 2011 Census, Itar village had a total population of 984 people, including 505 males and 479 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.58%, with male literacy at 87.23% and female literacy at 63.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 984 | 505 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 82 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 24 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 619 | 369 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 136 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Itar
Itar 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 Itar
Itar 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Itar is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Itar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Itar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Itar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Itar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Itar
Where is Itar located?
Itar village is located in Deosar Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Itar?
Itar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Itar?
The pincode of Itar is 486886.
What is the population of Itar?
Itar had a total population of 984, including 505 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Itar?
Itar had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Itar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Itar was 75.58%. Male literacy was 87.23% and female literacy was 63.13%.