Chitkul - Chilpched, Medak
Chitkul is a village situated in the Chilpched mandal of Medak district, Telangana. It is located approximately 15 km from Kowdipalle and around 41 km from Sangareddy. Badriya Thanda (banjaranagar Thanda) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitkul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitkul is 573525. The village covers a total geographical area of 834 hectares and falls under the 502270 pincode. Medak is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Chitkul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chitkul
As per Census 2011, Chitkul village has a total population of 3,362 people, consisting of 1,543 males and 1,819 females. The village has 708 households and a sex ratio of 1,178 females per 1,000 males. There are 391 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,616 literate and 1,746 illiterate residents. Additionally, 563 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 850 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitkul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,362 | 1,543 | 1,819 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 196 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 563 | 248 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 850 | 365 | 485 |
| Literate Population | 1,616 | 884 | 732 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,746 | 659 | 1,087 |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitkul
Chitkul 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 | 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 Medak to Chitkul is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangareddy to Chitkul is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitkul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitkul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chitkul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitkul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chitkul
Where is Chitkul located?
Chitkul village is located in Chilpched Mandal, Medak district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitkul?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitkul is Badriya Thanda (banjaranagar Thanda).
What is the pincode of Chitkul?
The pincode of Chitkul is 502270.
What is the population of Chitkul?
Chitkul has a total population of 3,362, including 1,543 males and 1,819 females.
How many households are there in Chitkul?
There are 708 households in Chitkul.
What is the literacy rate in Chitkul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitkul is 48.07%. Male literacy is 57.29% and female literacy is 40.24%.