Chitawan
Chitawan is a village located in Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Machhlishahr (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Chitaw is the gram panchayat of Chitawan village.
Here you can discover what makes Chitawan unique in its vibrant Machhlishahr-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Chitawan’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 Chitawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitawan is 201429. The village spans a total geographical area of 556.89 hectares. Machhlishahr is nearest town to Chitawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
As per 2019 stats, Chitawan village comes under Machhlishahr assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Chitawan
Population of Chitawan
According to the 2011 Census, Chitawan has a total population of about 2,640, with approximately 1,211 males and 1,429 females. The sex ratio is around 1180 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 459 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 643 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 22. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.30%, with male literacy at about 62.76% and female literacy near 39.75%. There are around 427 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,640 | 1,211 | 1,429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 459 | 218 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 643 | 302 | 341 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,328 | 760 | 568 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,312 | 451 | 861 |
Connectivity of Chitawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitawan. As per the 2011 stats, Chitawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitawan
- Where is Chitawan located?
- Chitawan village is situated in Machhlishahr Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chitawan is Chitaw (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Chitawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitawan is 2,640, with 1,211 males and 1,429 females.
- How many households are there in Chitawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitawan village has a total of 427 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitawan is 50.30%. The male literacy rate is 62.76%, while the female literacy rate is 39.75%.