Chitani - Uniara, Tonk
Chitani is a village situated in the Uniara tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uniara and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Kunder serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitani is 093476. The village covers a total geographical area of 365.4 hectares and falls under the 304023 pincode. Uniara is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chitani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoli - uniara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitani
According to the 2011 Census, Chitani village had a total population of 394 people, including 203 males and 191 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.57%, with male literacy at 63.25% and female literacy at 27.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 394 | 203 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 105 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 98 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Chitani
Chitani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barodiya | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Kairod | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Parvan | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Kishanganj | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Ramnagar | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Ramzan Ganj | West | 2.63 km |
| Rughnathpura | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Barudhan | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Bundi | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Khohlya | South | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitani
Chitani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sureli, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.2 km.
| 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 Uniara to Chitani is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Chitani is about 37 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 Chitani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitani 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chitani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chitani
Where is Chitani located?
Chitani village is located in Uniara Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chitani?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitani is Kunder.
What is the pincode of Chitani?
The pincode of Chitani is 304023.
What is the population of Chitani?
Chitani had a total population of 394, including 203 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Chitani?
Chitani had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitani was 45.57%. Male literacy was 63.25% and female literacy was 27.33%.