Chitagam
Chitagam is a village located in Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 54km away from sub-district headquarter Kotpad (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Girla is the gram panchayat of Chitagam village.
Here you can discover what makes Chitagam unique in its vibrant Kotpad-Koraput region. You’ll see Chitagam’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 Chitagam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitagam is 428109. The village spans a total geographical area of 510 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764058. Jeypur is nearest town to Chitagam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Chitagam
Population of Chitagam
According to the 2011 Census, Chitagam has a total population of about 1,574, with approximately 766 males and 808 females. The sex ratio is around 1054 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 251 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 236 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,046. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.76%, with male literacy at about 57.70% and female literacy near 36.39%. There are around 375 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitagam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,574 | 766 | 808 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 118 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 120 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,046 | 508 | 538 |
| Literate Population | 736 | 442 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 838 | 324 | 514 |
Connectivity of Chitagam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitagam. As per the 2011 stats, Chitagam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitagam
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitagam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitagam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitagam
- Where is Chitagam located?
- Chitagam village is situated in Kotpad Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitagam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chitagam is Girla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chitagam?
- The pincode of Chitagam is 764058, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitagam is 1,574, with 766 males and 808 females.
- How many households are there in Chitagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitagam village has a total of 375 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitagam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitagam is 46.76%. The male literacy rate is 57.70%, while the female literacy rate is 36.39%.