Chitrakhoor - Basti
Chitrakhoor is a village situated in the Basti tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from Basti, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Chitrakhor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitrakhoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitrakhoor is 180998. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.88 hectares and falls under the 272002 pincode. Bankati is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chitrakhoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahadewa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitrakhoor
According to the 2011 Census, Chitrakhoor village had a total population of 1,152 people, including 572 males and 580 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.49%, with male literacy at 79.34% and female literacy at 52.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 867.
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 | 1,152 | 572 | 580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 117 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 867 | 420 | 447 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 613 | 361 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 211 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Chitrakhoor
Chitrakhoor 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 Chitrakhoor
Chitrakhoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bankati to Chitrakhoor is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Chitrakhoor is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitrakhoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitrakhoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chitrakhoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitrakhoor 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 Chitrakhoor
Where is Chitrakhoor located?
Chitrakhoor village is located in Basti Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitrakhoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitrakhoor is Chitrakhor.
What is the pincode of Chitrakhoor?
The pincode of Chitrakhoor is 272002.
What is the population of Chitrakhoor?
Chitrakhoor had a total population of 1,152, including 572 males and 580 females.
How many households are there in Chitrakhoor?
Chitrakhoor had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitrakhoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitrakhoor was 65.49%. Male literacy was 79.34% and female literacy was 52.39%.