Chhitampur - Chakia, Chandauli
Chhitampur is a village situated in the Chakia tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakia and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Chhitampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhitampur is 208285. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.34 hectares and falls under the 232103 pincode. Dharhanpur is the nearest town.
Chhitampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhitampur
According to the 2011 Census, Chhitampur village had a total population of 1,689 people, including 886 males and 803 females, living in 315 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.51%, with male literacy at 76.50% and female literacy at 53.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 320, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 1,689 | 886 | 803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 171 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 320 | 183 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 906 | 547 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 783 | 339 | 444 |
Nearby Villages of Chhitampur
Chhitampur 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 Chhitampur
Chhitampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chandauli to Chhitampur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhitampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhitampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhitampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhitampur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chhitampur
Where is Chhitampur located?
Chhitampur village is located in Chakia Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhitampur?
Chhitampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhitampur?
The pincode of Chhitampur is 232103.
What is the population of Chhitampur?
Chhitampur had a total population of 1,689, including 886 males and 803 females.
How many households are there in Chhitampur?
Chhitampur had 315 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhitampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhitampur was 65.51%. Male literacy was 76.50% and female literacy was 53.74%.