Chitra - Kotpad, Koraput
Chitra is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Chitra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitra is 428139. The village covers a total geographical area of 860 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Chitra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitra
As per Census 2011, Chitra village has a total population of 2,106 people, consisting of 1,011 males and 1,095 females. The village has 608 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 421 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 767 literate and 1,339 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,684 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitra are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chitra
Chitra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Brahmuniaguda | East | 1.45 km |
| Bairagipadar | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Haldigundi | North | 2.52 km |
| Makaput | South | 2.53 km |
| Ghuragam | West | 2.65 km |
| Bagchuan | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Kurmakote | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Dabagam | East | 3.57 km |
| Charamula(choramula) | South | 4.20 km |
| Kuagam | South-East | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitra
Public transport in the Chitra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Charamula Kusum, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Chitra is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Chitra 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 Chitra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chitra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chitra
Where is Chitra located?
Chitra village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitra?
Chitra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chitra?
The pincode of Chitra is 764058.
What is the population of Chitra?
Chitra has a total population of 2,106, including 1,011 males and 1,095 females.
How many households are there in Chitra?
There are 608 households in Chitra.
What is the literacy rate in Chitra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitra is 36.42%. Male literacy is 46.88% and female literacy is 26.76%.