Chittanukalan - Amber, Jaipur
Chittanukalan is a village situated in the Amber tehsil of Jaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amber and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Jaipur. Chitanu Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chittanukalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chittanukalan is 080363. The village covers a total geographical area of 672.87 hectares and falls under the 303104 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Chittanukalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amber Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaipur Rural Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chittanukalan
As per Census 2011, Chittanukalan village has a total population of 3,230 people, consisting of 1,682 males and 1,548 females. The village has 541 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 565 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,725 literate and 1,505 illiterate residents. Additionally, 508 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,075 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chittanukalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,230 | 1,682 | 1,548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 565 | 294 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 508 | 277 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,075 | 1,063 | 1,012 |
| Literate Population | 1,725 | 1,148 | 577 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,505 | 534 | 971 |
Nearby Villages of Chittanukalan
Chittanukalan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sundarpura | North | 1.64 km |
| Jaisingh Nagar | East | 1.88 km |
| Puth Ka Bas @ Chawa Ka Bas | South | 1.97 km |
| Beelpura | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Chandwaji | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Lamyamewal | North | 2.72 km |
| Jugalpura | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Rajpurwas Chandwaji | East | 2.88 km |
| Kushalpura | East | 3.30 km |
| Sunder Ka Bas | North | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chittanukalan
Chittanukalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chomun Samod, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Chittanukalan is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaipur to Chittanukalan is about 39 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 Chittanukalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chittanukalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chittanukalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chittanukalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chittanukalan
Where is Chittanukalan located?
Chittanukalan village is located in Amber Tehsil, Jaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chittanukalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chittanukalan is Chitanu Kalan.
What is the pincode of Chittanukalan?
The pincode of Chittanukalan is 303104.
What is the population of Chittanukalan?
Chittanukalan has a total population of 3,230, including 1,682 males and 1,548 females.
How many households are there in Chittanukalan?
There are 541 households in Chittanukalan.
What is the literacy rate in Chittanukalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chittanukalan is 53.41%. Male literacy is 68.25% and female literacy is 37.27%.