Kitadi - Brahmapuri, Chandrapur
Kitadi is a village situated in the Brahmapuri tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmapuri and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Kitadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kitadi is 540851. The village covers a total geographical area of 329.5 hectares and falls under the 441206 pincode. Brahmapuri is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Kitadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brahmapuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kitadi
According to the 2011 Census, Kitadi village had a total population of 692 people, including 365 males and 327 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.21%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 59.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 296.
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 | 692 | 365 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 296 | 154 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 264 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 101 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Kitadi
Kitadi 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 Kitadi
Kitadi 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapuri to Kitadi is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Kitadi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kitadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kitadi 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 Kitadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kitadi 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 Kitadi
Where is Kitadi located?
Kitadi village is located in Brahmapuri Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kitadi?
Kitadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kitadi?
The pincode of Kitadi is 441206.
What is the population of Kitadi?
Kitadi had a total population of 692, including 365 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Kitadi?
Kitadi had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kitadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kitadi was 70.21%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 59.47%.