Chitikana - Nimapada, Puri
Chitikana is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Miteipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitikana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitikana is 408901. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chitikana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitikana
As per Census 2011, Chitikana village has a total population of 1,598 people, consisting of 833 males and 765 females. The village has 332 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,183 literate and 415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitikana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,598 | 833 | 765 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 80 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 90 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 1,183 | 679 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 154 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Chitikana
Chitikana 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 Chitikana
Chitikana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Nimapada to Chitikana is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Chitikana is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitikana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitikana 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 Chitikana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitikana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chitikana
Where is Chitikana located?
Chitikana village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitikana?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitikana is Miteipur.
What is the pincode of Chitikana?
The pincode of Chitikana is 752106.
What is the population of Chitikana?
Chitikana has a total population of 1,598, including 833 males and 765 females.
How many households are there in Chitikana?
There are 332 households in Chitikana.
What is the literacy rate in Chitikana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitikana is 74.03%. Male literacy is 81.51% and female literacy is 65.88%.