Chhitar Devi - Ghatiya, Ujjain
Chhitar Devi is a village situated in the Ghatiya tehsil of Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatiya and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ujjain. Chhitardevi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhitar Devi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhitar Devi is 471488. The village covers a total geographical area of 496 hectares and falls under the 456550 pincode. Unhel is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chhitar Devi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhitar Devi
According to the 2011 Census, Chhitar Devi village had a total population of 1,064 people, including 538 males and 526 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.84%, with male literacy at 79.44% and female literacy at 49.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 334.
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 | 1,064 | 538 | 526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 76 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 334 | 169 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 590 | 367 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 171 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Chhitar Devi
Chhitar Devi 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 Chhitar Devi
Chhitar Devi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Unhel to Chhitar Devi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ujjain to Chhitar Devi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhitar Devi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhitar Devi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhitar Devi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhitar Devi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhitar Devi
Where is Chhitar Devi located?
Chhitar Devi village is located in Ghatiya Tehsil, Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhitar Devi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhitar Devi is Chhitardevi.
What is the pincode of Chhitar Devi?
The pincode of Chhitar Devi is 456550.
What is the population of Chhitar Devi?
Chhitar Devi had a total population of 1,064, including 538 males and 526 females.
How many households are there in Chhitar Devi?
Chhitar Devi had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhitar Devi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhitar Devi was 64.84%. Male literacy was 79.44% and female literacy was 49.78%.