Chitawan Village - Bikapur, Ayodhya
Chitawan is a village situated in the Bikapur tehsil of Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Bikapur and around 42 km from Faizabad. Chitavan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitawan is 166820. The village covers a total geographical area of 331.005 hectares and falls under the 224195 pincode. Bikapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chitawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goshainganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambedkar Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitawan
As per Census 2011, Chitawan village has a total population of 2,769 people, consisting of 1,371 males and 1,398 females. The village has 435 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 390 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,794 literate and 975 illiterate residents. Additionally, 847 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitawan are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,769 | 1,371 | 1,398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 194 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 847 | 405 | 442 |
| Literate Population | 1,794 | 1,001 | 793 |
| Illiterate Population | 975 | 370 | 605 |
Nearby Villages of Chitawan
Chitawan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Beras Pur | East | 1.22 km |
| Ranev Karamjeet | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Tarapur | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Palahan Pur | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Barehata | North | 1.60 km |
| Makarandpur | South | 1.68 km |
| Bedapur | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Nokarapur | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Paliachalpur | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Jaitpur Nidhiyawan | East | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitawan
Chitawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Goshainganj, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bikapur to Chitawan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Faizabad to Chitawan is about 42 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 Chitawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chitawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chitawan
Where is Chitawan located?
Chitawan village is located in Bikapur Tehsil, Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitawan is Chitavan.
What is the pincode of Chitawan?
The pincode of Chitawan is 224195.
What is the population of Chitawan?
Chitawan has a total population of 2,769, including 1,371 males and 1,398 females.
How many households are there in Chitawan?
There are 435 households in Chitawan.
What is the literacy rate in Chitawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitawan is 64.79%. Male literacy is 73.01% and female literacy is 56.72%.