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
As per Census 2011, Kitadi village has a total population of 692 people, consisting of 365 males and 327 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 443 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 296 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kitadi are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 692, including 365 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Kitadi?
There are 208 households in Kitadi.
What is the literacy rate in Kitadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kitadi is 64.02%. Male literacy is 72.33% and female literacy is 54.74%.