Chittora - Manohar Thana, Jhalawar
Chittora is a village situated in the Manohar Thana tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manohar Thana and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Semlihat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chittora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chittora is 104816. The village covers a total geographical area of 310.42 hectares and falls under the 326037 pincode. Jhalawar is the nearest town, located about 106 km away.
Chittora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chittora
As per Census 2011, Chittora village has a total population of 503 people, consisting of 267 males and 236 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 187 literate and 316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chittora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 503 | 267 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 126 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 141 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Chittora
Chittora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semli Khurd | North-West | 1.04 km |
| Chhorliya | East | 1.63 km |
| Chittauri | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Tajpurya | South | 2.38 km |
| Nesh Goojran | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Rampurya Goojran | West | 2.48 km |
| Bhojpur | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Kundi Beh | North | 2.65 km |
| Kalapatha | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Talawara | North | 3.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chittora
Chittora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Penchi, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhalawar to Chittora is about 106 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chittora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chittora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chittora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chittora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chittora
Where is Chittora located?
Chittora village is located in Manohar Thana Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chittora?
The Gram Panchayat of Chittora is Semlihat.
What is the pincode of Chittora?
The pincode of Chittora is 326037.
What is the population of Chittora?
Chittora has a total population of 503, including 267 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Chittora?
There are 100 households in Chittora.
What is the literacy rate in Chittora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chittora is 37.18%. Male literacy is 47.19% and female literacy is 25.85%.