Chitkura
Chitkura is a village located in Atrauli tehsil of Aligarh district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Atrauli (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Aligarh. As per 2009 stats, Chitkura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chitkura unique in its vibrant Atrauli-Aligarh region. You’ll see Chitkura’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 Chitkura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitkura is 122308. The village spans a total geographical area of 399.04 hectares. Atrauli is nearest town to Chitkura village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chitkura 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 Chharra Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hathras Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chitkura
Population of Chitkura
According to the 2011 Census, Chitkura has a total population of about 1,671, with approximately 896 males and 775 females. The sex ratio is around 864 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 285 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 130 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 49.55%, with male literacy at about 61.05% and female literacy near 36.26%. There are around 263 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitkura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,671 | 896 | 775 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 148 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 73 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 828 | 547 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 843 | 349 | 494 |
Connectivity of Chitkura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitkura. As per the 2011 stats, Chitkura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitkura
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitkura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitkura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitkura
- Where is Chitkura located?
- Chitkura village is situated in Atrauli Tehsil, within the Aligarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitkura?
- Chitkura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chitkura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitkura is 1,671, with 896 males and 775 females.
- How many households are there in Chitkura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitkura village has a total of 263 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitkura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitkura is 49.55%. The male literacy rate is 61.05%, while the female literacy rate is 36.26%.