Chirkuta
Chirkuta is a village located in Digras tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Digras (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Chirkuta village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chirkuta unique in its vibrant Digras-Yavatmal region. You’ll see Chirkuta’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chirkuta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chirkuta is 542699. The village spans a total geographical area of 667 hectares. Digras is nearest town to Chirkuta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Chirkuta
Population of Chirkuta
According to the 2011 Census, Chirkuta has a total population of about 1,213, with approximately 654 males and 559 females. The sex ratio is around 854 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 145 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 242 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 353. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.56%, with male literacy at about 77.98% and female literacy near 64.04%. There are around 287 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chirkuta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,213 | 654 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 83 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 120 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 353 | 200 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 868 | 510 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 144 | 201 |
Connectivity of Chirkuta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chirkuta. As per the 2011 stats, Chirkuta 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chirkuta
Knowing the nearby villages of Chirkuta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chirkuta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chirkuta
- Where is Chirkuta located?
- Chirkuta village is situated in Digras Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chirkuta?
- Chirkuta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chirkuta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chirkuta is 1,213, with 654 males and 559 females.
- How many households are there in Chirkuta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chirkuta village has a total of 287 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chirkuta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chirkuta is 71.56%. The male literacy rate is 77.98%, while the female literacy rate is 64.04%.