Chitale
Chitale is a village located in Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Ajra (tehsildar office) and 94km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Chitale village is also a gram panchayat.
Chitale has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chitale
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitale is 567962. The village spans a total geographical area of 934 hectares. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to Chitale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chitale village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chandgad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chitale
Population of Chitale
Below is a concise population overview of Chitale as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 475 | 253 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 183 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 70 | 98 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chitale village:
- The total population of Chitale village is around 475, including approximately 253 males and 222 females, with a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 49 children aged 0–6 years in Chitale village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chitale village has 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chitale village is about 64.63%, with male literacy at 72.33% and female literacy at 55.86%.
- There are around 119 households in Chitale village.
Connectivity of Chitale
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitale. As per the 2011 stats, Chitale had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitale
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitale.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitale
- Where is Chitale located?
- Chitale village is situated in Ajra Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitale?
- Chitale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chitale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitale is 475, with 253 males and 222 females.
- How many households are there in Chitale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitale village has a total of 119 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitale as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitale is 64.63%. The male literacy rate is 72.33%, while the female literacy rate is 55.86%.