Chitikana
Chitikana is a village located in Nimapada tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Nimapada (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Miteipur is the gram panchayat of Chitikana village.
Here you can discover what makes Chitikana unique in its vibrant Nimapada-Puri region. You’ll see Chitikana’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 Chitikana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitikana is 408901. The village spans a total geographical area of 234 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752106. Nimapada is nearest town to Chitikana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Chitikana
Population of Chitikana
According to the 2011 Census, Chitikana has a total population of about 1,598, with approximately 833 males and 765 females. The sex ratio is around 918 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 148 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 173 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.03%, with male literacy at about 81.51% and female literacy near 65.88%. There are around 332 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitikana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 1,598 | 833 | 765 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 80 | 68 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 90 | 83 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,183 | 679 | 504 |
Illiterate Population | 415 | 154 | 261 |
Connectivity of Chitikana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitikana. As per the 2011 stats, Chitikana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitikana
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitikana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitikana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitikana
- Where is Chitikana located?
- Chitikana village is situated in Nimapada Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitikana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chitikana is Miteipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chitikana?
- The pincode of Chitikana is 752106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitikana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitikana is 1,598, with 833 males and 765 females.
- How many households are there in Chitikana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitikana village has a total of 332 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitikana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitikana is 74.03%. The male literacy rate is 81.51%, while the female literacy rate is 65.88%.