Chitana
Chitana is a village located in Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Nokha (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Bikaner. As per 2009 stats, Chitana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chitana unique in its vibrant Nokha-Bikaner region. You’ll see Chitana’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 Chitana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitana is 069677. The village spans a total geographical area of 1795.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 334803. Nokha is nearest town to Chitana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Chitana
Population of Chitana
According to the 2011 Census, Chitana has a total population of about 2,606, with approximately 1,380 males and 1,226 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 522 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 321 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 42.36%, with male literacy at about 55.36% and female literacy near 27.73%. There are around 403 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,606 | 1,380 | 1,226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 522 | 278 | 244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 164 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,104 | 764 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,502 | 616 | 886 |
Connectivity of Chitana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitana. As per the 2011 stats, Chitana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitana
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitana
- Where is Chitana located?
- Chitana village is situated in Nokha Tehsil, within the Bikaner district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitana?
- Chitana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chitana?
- The pincode of Chitana is 334803, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitana is 2,606, with 1,380 males and 1,226 females.
- How many households are there in Chitana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitana village has a total of 403 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitana is 42.36%. The male literacy rate is 55.36%, while the female literacy rate is 27.73%.