Chitalapur - Delanga, Puri
Chitalapur is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Sripurosttampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitalapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitalapur is 408649. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 752016 pincode. Pipili is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chitalapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitalapur
According to the 2011 Census, Chitalapur village had a total population of 401 people, including 195 males and 206 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.28%, with male literacy at 98.32% and female literacy at 82.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 401 | 195 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 16 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 176 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 19 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Chitalapur
Chitalapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chitalapur
Chitalapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chitalapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pipili to Chitalapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Chitalapur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitalapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitalapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chitalapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitalapur 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 Chitalapur
Where is Chitalapur located?
Chitalapur village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitalapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitalapur is Sripurosttampur.
What is the pincode of Chitalapur?
The pincode of Chitalapur is 752016.
What is the population of Chitalapur?
Chitalapur had a total population of 401, including 195 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Chitalapur?
Chitalapur had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitalapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitalapur was 90.28%. Male literacy was 98.32% and female literacy was 82.32%.