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.
Here you can discover what makes Chitkon unique in its vibrant Kerakat-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Chitkon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Chitkon
Population of Chitkon
According to the 2011 Census, Chitkon has a total population of about 1,476, with approximately 691 males and 785 females. The sex ratio is around 1136 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 201 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 234 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.87%, with male literacy at about 72.65% and female literacy near 54.27%. There are around 255 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitkon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.