Chitra
Chitra is a village located in Konark tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 52km away from sub-district headquarter Konark (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Mahalapada is the gram panchayat of Chitra village.
Chitra has its own place in the vibrant Puri 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 409279. The village spans a total geographical area of 316 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752116. Konark is nearest town to Chitra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chitra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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 | 1,033 | 526 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 53 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 159 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 822 | 444 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 82 | 129 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chitra village:
- The total population of Chitra village is around 1,033, including approximately 526 males and 507 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 99 children aged 0–6 years in Chitra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chitra village has 315 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Chitra village is about 79.57%, with male literacy at 84.41% and female literacy at 74.56%.
- There are around 241 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 <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 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 Konark Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chitra is Mahalapada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chitra?
- The pincode of Chitra is 752116, 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 1,033, with 526 males and 507 females.
- How many households are there in Chitra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitra village has a total of 241 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitra is 79.57%. The male literacy rate is 84.41%, while the female literacy rate is 74.56%.