Chitauli - Ghatampur, Kanpur Nagar
Chitauli is a village situated in the Ghatampur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatampur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Chitauli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitauli is 150874. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.26 hectares and falls under the 209206 pincode. Ghatampur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Chitauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghatampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitauli
According to the 2011 Census, Chitauli village had a total population of 1,737 people, including 938 males and 799 females, living in 309 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.74%, with male literacy at 79.20% and female literacy at 58.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 418.
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 | 1,737 | 938 | 799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 140 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 418 | 226 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,035 | 632 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 306 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Chitauli
Chitauli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asgaha | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Bawan | North | 1.98 km |
| Bamhauri | West | 2.44 km |
| Anoiya | North | 2.54 km |
| Biriya | East | 2.55 km |
| Maduri | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Herbaspur | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Gauri Ghatampur | East | 3.19 km |
| Bilgawan | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Baripal | South | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitauli
Chitauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hamirpur Road, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghatampur to Chitauli is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Chitauli is about 56 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 Chitauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitauli 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 Chitauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitauli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chitauli
Where is Chitauli located?
Chitauli village is located in Ghatampur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitauli?
Chitauli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chitauli?
The pincode of Chitauli is 209206.
What is the population of Chitauli?
Chitauli had a total population of 1,737, including 938 males and 799 females.
How many households are there in Chitauli?
Chitauli had 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitauli was 69.74%. Male literacy was 79.20% and female literacy was 58.75%.