Chitra
Chitra is a village located in Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Kotpad (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Chitra village is also a gram panchayat.
Chitra has its own place in the vibrant Koraput 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 Chitra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitra is 428139. The village spans a total geographical area of 860 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764056. Sunabeda is nearest town to Chitra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
Google Map of Chitra
Population of Chitra
Below is a concise population overview of Chitra 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 | 2,106 | 1,011 | 1,095 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 421 | 196 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 71 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,684 | 804 | 880 |
| Literate Population | 767 | 474 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,339 | 537 | 802 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chitra village:
- The total population of Chitra village is around 2,106, including approximately 1,011 males and 1,095 females, with a sex ratio of 1083 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 421 children aged 0–6 years in Chitra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chitra village has 154 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,684 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chitra village is about 36.42%, with male literacy at 46.88% and female literacy at 26.76%.
- There are around 608 households in Chitra village.
Connectivity of Chitra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitra. As per the 2011 stats, Chitra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitra
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitra
- Where is Chitra located?
- Chitra village is situated in Kotpad Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitra?
- Chitra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chitra?
- The pincode of Chitra is 764056, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitra is 2,106, with 1,011 males and 1,095 females.
- How many households are there in Chitra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitra village has a total of 608 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitra is 36.42%. The male literacy rate is 46.88%, while the female literacy rate is 26.76%.