Chitawar - Najibabad, Bijnor
Chitawar is a village situated in the Najibabad tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Najibabad and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Chhitawar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitawar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitawar is 111880. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.78 hectares and falls under the 246731 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chitawar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagina Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Chitawar
As per Census 2011, Chitawar village has a total population of 2,183 people, consisting of 1,175 males and 1,008 females. The village has 405 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,328 literate and 855 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,549 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitawar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,183 | 1,175 | 1,008 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 178 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,549 | 832 | 717 |
| Literate Population | 1,328 | 815 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 855 | 360 | 495 |
Nearby Villages of Chitawar
Chitawar 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 Chitawar
Chitawar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chitawar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijnor to Chitawar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Chitawar is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitawar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chitawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitawar 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 Chitawar
Where is Chitawar located?
Chitawar village is located in Najibabad Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitawar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitawar is Chhitawar.
What is the pincode of Chitawar?
The pincode of Chitawar is 246731.
What is the population of Chitawar?
Chitawar has a total population of 2,183, including 1,175 males and 1,008 females.
How many households are there in Chitawar?
There are 405 households in Chitawar.
What is the literacy rate in Chitawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitawar is 60.83%. Male literacy is 69.36% and female literacy is 50.89%.