Chitalapur
Chitalapur is a village located in Rasol tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Rasol (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Chitalpur is the gram panchayat of Chitalapur village.
Chitalapur has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal 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 Chitalapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitalapur is 403123. The village spans a total geographical area of 325 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759020. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Chitalapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chitalapur 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 Hindol Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chitalapur
Population of Chitalapur
Below is a concise population overview of Chitalapur 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 | 2,052 | 1,049 | 1,003 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 113 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 545 | 286 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 41 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 1,421 | 810 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 239 | 392 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chitalapur village:
- The total population of Chitalapur village is around 2,052, including approximately 1,049 males and 1,003 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 224 children aged 0–6 years in Chitalapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chitalapur village has 545 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 96 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chitalapur village is about 69.25%, with male literacy at 77.22% and female literacy at 60.92%.
- There are around 484 households in Chitalapur village.
Connectivity of Chitalapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitalapur. As per the 2011 stats, Chitalapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitalapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitalapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitalapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitalapur
- Where is Chitalapur located?
- Chitalapur village is situated in Rasol Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitalapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chitalapur is Chitalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chitalapur?
- The pincode of Chitalapur is 759020, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitalapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitalapur is 2,052, with 1,049 males and 1,003 females.
- How many households are there in Chitalapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitalapur village has a total of 484 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitalapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitalapur is 69.25%. The male literacy rate is 77.22%, while the female literacy rate is 60.92%.