Chithara - Dadri, Gautam Buddha Nagar
Chithara is a village situated in the Dadri tehsil of Gautam Buddha Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadri and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Gautam Buddha Nagar. Chithara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chithara is 120179. The village covers a total geographical area of 770.78 hectares and falls under the 201312 pincode. Si.bad is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Chithara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dadri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gautam Buddha Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chithara
As per Census 2011, Chithara village has a total population of 7,656 people, consisting of 4,098 males and 3,558 females. The village has 1,168 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,094 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,126 literate and 2,530 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,678 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chithara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,656 | 4,098 | 3,558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,094 | 591 | 503 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,678 | 883 | 795 |
| Literate Population | 5,126 | 3,120 | 2,006 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,530 | 978 | 1,552 |
Nearby Villages of Chithara
Chithara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bairangpur Urf Nai Basti | East | 1.82 km |
| Kathhera | West | 2.17 km |
| Mahiuddinpur Urf Garavpur | North | 2.26 km |
| Palla | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Datawali | South | 2.68 km |
| Beel Akbarpur | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Shahpur Khurd | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Nagla Kirani | North | 3.22 km |
| Pali | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Phoolpur | East | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chithara
Chithara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dadri, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Si.bad to Chithara is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gautam Buddha Nagar to Chithara is about 12 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 Chithara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chithara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chithara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chithara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chithara
Where is Chithara located?
Chithara village is located in Dadri Tehsil, Gautam Buddha Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chithara?
Chithara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chithara?
The pincode of Chithara is 201312.
What is the population of Chithara?
Chithara has a total population of 7,656, including 4,098 males and 3,558 females.
How many households are there in Chithara?
There are 1,168 households in Chithara.
What is the literacy rate in Chithara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chithara is 66.95%. Male literacy is 76.13% and female literacy is 56.38%.