Chitraw - Manpur, Umaria
Chitraw is a village situated in the Manpur tehsil of Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manpur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Umaria. Chitraw village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitraw is 467915. The village covers a total geographical area of 1256.2 hectares and falls under the 484664 pincode. Umaria is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Chitraw village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chitraw
According to the 2011 Census, Chitraw village had a total population of 1,249 people, including 639 males and 610 females, living in 278 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.34%, with male literacy at 69.57% and female literacy at 46.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 239.
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 | 1,249 | 639 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 123 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 40 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 239 | 124 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 591 | 359 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 280 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Chitraw
Chitraw 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 Chitraw
Chitraw is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chitraw.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umaria to Chitraw is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitraw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitraw 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 Chitraw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitraw village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chitraw
Where is Chitraw located?
Chitraw village is located in Manpur Tehsil, Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chitraw?
Chitraw is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chitraw?
The pincode of Chitraw is 484664.
What is the population of Chitraw?
Chitraw had a total population of 1,249, including 639 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Chitraw?
Chitraw had 278 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitraw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitraw was 58.34%. Male literacy was 69.57% and female literacy was 46.68%.