Chitamara - Saintala, Balangir
Chitamara is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Bhadra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitamara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitamara is 421165. The village covers a total geographical area of 245 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chitamara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitamara
As per Census 2011, Chitamara village has a total population of 666 people, consisting of 346 males and 320 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 428 literate and 238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitamara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 666 | 346 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 46 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 54 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 254 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 92 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Chitamara
Chitamara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bargaon | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Badamunda | South | 1.53 km |
| Kuanrgaon | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Bhadra | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Khasbahal | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Mahagaon | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Sikapatrapali | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Tentulipadar | North | 3.29 km |
| Luhurapali | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Dangabahal | West | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitamara
Public transport in the Chitamara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Chitamara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Chitamara is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitamara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitamara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chitamara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitamara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chitamara
Where is Chitamara located?
Chitamara village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitamara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitamara is Bhadra.
What is the pincode of Chitamara?
The pincode of Chitamara is 767032.
What is the population of Chitamara?
Chitamara has a total population of 666, including 346 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Chitamara?
There are 197 households in Chitamara.
What is the literacy rate in Chitamara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitamara is 64.26%. Male literacy is 73.41% and female literacy is 54.38%.