Chittur
Chittur is a village located in Virudhachalam taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Virudhachalam (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, A Chithur is the gram panchayat of Chittur village.
Here you can discover what makes Chittur unique in its vibrant Virudhachalam-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Chittur’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 Chittur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chittur is 637113. The village spans a total geographical area of 986.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606302. Virudhachalam is nearest town to Chittur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chittur
Population of Chittur
According to the 2011 Census, Chittur has a total population of about 2,213, with approximately 1,111 males and 1,102 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 303 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,127 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 53.55%, with male literacy at about 60.40% and female literacy near 46.64%. There are around 600 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chittur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,213 | 1,111 | 1,102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 168 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,127 | 565 | 562 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,185 | 671 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,028 | 440 | 588 |
Connectivity of Chittur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chittur. As per the 2011 stats, Chittur 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 Chittur
Knowing the nearby villages of Chittur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chittur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chittur
- Where is Chittur located?
- Chittur village is situated in Virudhachalam Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chittur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chittur is A Chithur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chittur?
- The pincode of Chittur is 606302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chittur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chittur is 2,213, with 1,111 males and 1,102 females.
- How many households are there in Chittur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chittur village has a total of 600 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chittur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chittur is 53.55%. The male literacy rate is 60.40%, while the female literacy rate is 46.64%.