Chitauni - Belthara Road, Ballia
Chitauni is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Kamrouli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitauni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitauni is 197939. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.4 hectares and falls under the 221718 pincode. Belthra Road is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chitauni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitauni
According to the 2011 Census, Chitauni village had a total population of 219 people, including 114 males and 105 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.32%, with male literacy at 70.30% and female literacy at 56.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 219 | 114 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 71 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 43 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Chitauni
Chitauni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamrouli | East | 0.61 km |
| Deoria T. Prashurampur | West | 1.06 km |
| Chitouna | North | 1.06 km |
| Tekanpur | North | 1.21 km |
| Belaspur | East | 1.36 km |
| Parsia Ruppur | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Indaso | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Khalispur | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Govapar | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Dulesar | North-East | 1.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitauni
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Chitauni. The nearest railway station is Gobindpur Dugli, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.0 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belthra Road to Chitauni is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Chitauni is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitauni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitauni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chitauni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitauni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chitauni
Where is Chitauni located?
Chitauni village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitauni?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitauni is Kamrouli.
What is the pincode of Chitauni?
The pincode of Chitauni is 221718.
What is the population of Chitauni?
Chitauni had a total population of 219, including 114 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Chitauni?
Chitauni had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitauni was 63.32%. Male literacy was 70.30% and female literacy was 56.12%.