Chitaki - Deoli, Wardha
Chitaki is a village situated in the Deoli tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deoli and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Laxminarayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitaki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitaki is 534206. The village covers a total geographical area of 424.97 hectares and falls under the 442302 pincode. Pulgaon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chitaki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitaki
As per Census 2011, Chitaki village has a total population of 106 people, consisting of 58 males and 48 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 827 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 86 literate and 20 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitaki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 106 | 58 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 46 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 51 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 7 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Chitaki
Chitaki is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kavtha (zopadi) | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Laxminarayanpur | North | 2.17 km |
| Kurla | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Kavtha | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Nandpur | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Nachangaon | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Hiwara Sa.gunjkheda | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Sirda | North | 4.27 km |
| Bachchharajpur | South | 4.29 km |
| Malkapur | East | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitaki
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chitaki. The nearest railway station is Kaotha, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Pulgaon to Chitaki is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Chitaki is about 28 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 Chitaki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitaki 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chitaki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitaki 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 Chitaki
Where is Chitaki located?
Chitaki village is located in Deoli Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitaki?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitaki is Laxminarayanpur.
What is the pincode of Chitaki?
The pincode of Chitaki is 442302.
What is the population of Chitaki?
Chitaki has a total population of 106, including 58 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Chitaki?
There are 29 households in Chitaki.
What is the literacy rate in Chitaki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitaki is 81.13%. Male literacy is 87.93% and female literacy is 72.92%.