Chitouna - Belthara Road, Ballia
Chitouna is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Chitauna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitouna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitouna is 197938. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.51 hectares and falls under the 277216 pincode.
Chitouna 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 Chitouna
As per Census 2011, Chitouna village has a total population of 1,034 people, consisting of 541 males and 493 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 695 literate and 339 illiterate residents. Additionally, 382 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 88 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitouna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,034 | 541 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 69 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 382 | 191 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 44 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 695 | 414 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 127 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Chitouna
Chitouna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tekanpur | East | 0.70 km |
| Chitauni | South | 1.06 km |
| Govapar | West | 1.08 km |
| Kamrouli | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Deoria T. Prashurampur | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Kaithi Khatimpur | North | 1.53 km |
| Surjipur | North | 1.62 km |
| Naurangia | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Belaspur | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Bishunpur Danda | South-West | 1.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitouna
Chitouna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gobindpur Dugli, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Ballia to Chitouna is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitouna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitouna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chitouna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitouna 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 Chitouna
Where is Chitouna located?
Chitouna village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitouna?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitouna is Chitauna.
What is the pincode of Chitouna?
The pincode of Chitouna is 277216.
What is the population of Chitouna?
Chitouna has a total population of 1,034, including 541 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Chitouna?
There are 128 households in Chitouna.
What is the literacy rate in Chitouna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitouna is 67.21%. Male literacy is 76.52% and female literacy is 57.00%.