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.
Here you can discover what makes Chitra unique in its vibrant Kotpad-Koraput region. You’ll see Chitra’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Chitra has a total population of about 2,106, with approximately 1,011 males and 1,095 females. The sex ratio is around 1083 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 421 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 154 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,684. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.42%, with male literacy at about 46.88% and female literacy near 26.76%. There are around 608 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.