Chittalur - Shaligouraram, Nalgonda
Chittalur is a village situated in the Shaligouraram mandal of Nalgonda district, Telangana. It is located approximately 10 km from Sali Gouraram and around 55 km from Nalgonda. Chithaloor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chittalur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chittalur is 576675. The village covers a total geographical area of 2492 hectares and falls under the 508210 pincode. Nalgonda is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Chittalur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chittalur
As per Census 2011, Chittalur village has a total population of 5,514 people, consisting of 2,753 males and 2,761 females. The village has 1,444 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 535 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,158 literate and 2,356 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,758 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chittalur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,514 | 2,753 | 2,761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 535 | 285 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,758 | 867 | 891 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 25 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 3,158 | 1,811 | 1,347 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,356 | 942 | 1,414 |
Nearby Villages of Chittalur
Chittalur 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 Chittalur
Chittalur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nalgonda to Chittalur is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chittalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chittalur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chittalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chittalur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chittalur
Where is Chittalur located?
Chittalur village is located in Shaligouraram Mandal, Nalgonda district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chittalur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chittalur is Chithaloor.
What is the pincode of Chittalur?
The pincode of Chittalur is 508210.
What is the population of Chittalur?
Chittalur has a total population of 5,514, including 2,753 males and 2,761 females.
How many households are there in Chittalur?
There are 1,444 households in Chittalur.
What is the literacy rate in Chittalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chittalur is 57.27%. Male literacy is 65.78% and female literacy is 48.79%.