Chittakkur - Madurai East, Madurai
Chittakkur is a village situated in the Madurai East taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 22 km from Madurai North and around 22 km from Madurai. Elangiyendal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chittakkur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chittakkur is 640656. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.75 hectares and falls under the 625107 pincode. Melur is the nearest town.
Chittakkur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madurai East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madurai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chittakkur
According to the 2011 Census, Chittakkur village had a total population of 282 people, including 138 males and 144 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.88%, with male literacy at 92.13% and female literacy at 69.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58.
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 | 282 | 138 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 11 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 117 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 21 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Chittakkur
Chittakkur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chittakkur
Chittakkur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Madurai to Chittakkur is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chittakkur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chittakkur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chittakkur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chittakkur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chittakkur
Where is Chittakkur located?
Chittakkur village is located in Madurai East Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chittakkur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chittakkur is Elangiyendal.
What is the pincode of Chittakkur?
The pincode of Chittakkur is 625107.
What is the population of Chittakkur?
Chittakkur had a total population of 282, including 138 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Chittakkur?
Chittakkur had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chittakkur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chittakkur was 80.88%. Male literacy was 92.13% and female literacy was 69.35%.