Chitkon

Chitkon is a village located in Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kerakat (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Chitko is the gram panchayat of Chitkon village.

Chitkon has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chitkon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitkon is 203407. The village spans a total geographical area of 173.52 hectares. Kerakat is nearest town to Chitkon village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Chitkon

Below is a concise population overview of Chitkon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,476 691 785
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 201 99 102
Scheduled Castes (SC) 234 113 121
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 928 502 426
Illiterate Population 548 189 359

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chitkon village:

  • The total population of Chitkon village is around 1,476, including approximately 691 males and 785 females, with a sex ratio of 1136 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 201 children aged 0–6 years in Chitkon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chitkon village has 234 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chitkon village is about 62.87%, with male literacy at 72.65% and female literacy at 54.27%.
  • There are around 255 households in Chitkon village.

Connectivity of Chitkon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitkon. As per the 2011 stats, Chitkon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Chitkon

Knowing the nearby villages of Chitkon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitkon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chitkon

Where is Chitkon located?
Chitkon village is situated in Kerakat Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitkon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitkon is Chitko (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Chitkon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitkon is 1,476, with 691 males and 785 females.
How many households are there in Chitkon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chitkon village has a total of 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitkon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitkon is 62.87%. The male literacy rate is 72.65%, while the female literacy rate is 54.27%.