Chitawa
Chitawa is a village located in Khanpur tehsil of Jhalawar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Khanpur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Jhalawar. As per 2009 stats, Malan Wasa is the gram panchayat of Chitawa village.
Here you can discover what makes Chitawa unique in its vibrant Khanpur-Jhalawar region. You’ll see Chitawa’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 Chitawa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitawa is 103934. The village spans a total geographical area of 575.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 326035. Jhalawar is nearest town to Chitawa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chitawa 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 Khanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chitawa
Population of Chitawa
According to the 2011 Census, Chitawa has a total population of about 1,277, with approximately 662 males and 615 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 168 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 254 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 57.40%, with male literacy at about 74.77% and female literacy near 38.70%. There are around 224 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitawa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,277 | 662 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 78 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 132 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 733 | 495 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 167 | 377 |
Connectivity of Chitawa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitawa. As per the 2011 stats, Chitawa 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 Chitawa
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitawa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitawa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitawa
- Where is Chitawa located?
- Chitawa village is situated in Khanpur Tehsil, within the Jhalawar district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitawa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chitawa is Malan Wasa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chitawa?
- The pincode of Chitawa is 326035, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitawa is 1,277, with 662 males and 615 females.
- How many households are there in Chitawa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitawa village has a total of 224 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitawa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitawa is 57.40%. The male literacy rate is 74.77%, while the female literacy rate is 38.70%.