Chittur
Chittur is a village located in Vedasandur taluka of Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Vedasandur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Dindigul. As per 2009 stats, E Chitoor is the gram panchayat of Chittur village.
Here you can discover what makes Chittur unique in its vibrant Vedasandur-Dindigul 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 635269. The village spans a total geographical area of 1366.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 624702. Eriodu 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 4,618, with approximately 2,387 males and 2,231 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 511 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 650 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 61.22%, with male literacy at about 68.79% and female literacy near 53.12%. There are around 1,182 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 | 4,618 | 2,387 | 2,231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 511 | 289 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 650 | 337 | 313 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,827 | 1,642 | 1,185 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,791 | 745 | 1,046 |
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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 Vedasandur Taluka, within the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chittur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chittur is E Chitoor (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 624702, 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 4,618, with 2,387 males and 2,231 females.
- How many households are there in Chittur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chittur village has a total of 1,182 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chittur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chittur is 61.22%. The male literacy rate is 68.79%, while the female literacy rate is 53.12%.