Chittanur

Chittanur is a village located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Chittamur is the gram panchayat of Chittanur village.

Chittanur has its own place in the vibrant Sivaganga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chittanur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chittanur is 640154. The village spans a total geographical area of 484.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630302. Devakottai is nearest town to Chittanur village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Chittanur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chittanur

Below is a concise population overview of Chittanur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 734 370 364
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 69 40 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) 554 284 270
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 517 297 220
Illiterate Population 217 73 144

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chittanur village:

  • The total population of Chittanur village is around 734, including approximately 370 males and 364 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Chittanur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chittanur village has 554 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chittanur village is about 70.44%, with male literacy at 80.27% and female literacy at 60.44%.
  • There are around 168 households in Chittanur village.

Connectivity of Chittanur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chittanur. As per the 2011 stats, Chittanur 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chittanur

Knowing the nearby villages of Chittanur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chittanur.

Eluvankottai Nachankulam Egaraikottaivayal Udayachi Iravucheri Theralappur Puthurani Thangangudi Kalabangudi Poolangudi Kannangudi

Frequently Asked Questions about Chittanur

Where is Chittanur located?
Chittanur village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chittanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chittanur is Chittamur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chittanur?
The pincode of Chittanur is 630302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chittanur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chittanur is 734, with 370 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Chittanur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chittanur village has a total of 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chittanur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chittanur is 70.44%. The male literacy rate is 80.27%, while the female literacy rate is 60.44%.