Chitaha - Padrauna, Kushinagar
Chitaha is a village situated in the Padrauna tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padrauna and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Chitaha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitaha is 188445. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.09 hectares and falls under the 274305 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Chitaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padrauna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kushi Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitaha
As per Census 2011, Chitaha village has a total population of 2,180 people, consisting of 1,150 males and 1,030 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 406 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,174 literate and 1,006 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,180 | 1,150 | 1,030 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 217 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 142 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,174 | 743 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,006 | 407 | 599 |
Nearby Villages of Chitaha
Chitaha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramnagar Misrauli | North | 1.47 km |
| Pipra Buzurg | West | 1.76 km |
| Nar Chochawa | East | 1.95 km |
| Khajuria | South | 2.23 km |
| Bhimal Chhapra | North | 2.34 km |
| Ramnagar Sargatia | North | 2.38 km |
| Sargatia | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Khar Khajuria | West | 2.54 km |
| Pipra Khurd | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Batisaha | North | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitaha
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Chitaha. The nearest railway station is Barharagani, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushinagar to Chitaha is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kushinagar to Chitaha is about 21 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 Chitaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chitaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitaha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chitaha
Where is Chitaha located?
Chitaha village is located in Padrauna Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitaha?
Chitaha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chitaha?
The pincode of Chitaha is 274305.
What is the population of Chitaha?
Chitaha has a total population of 2,180, including 1,150 males and 1,030 females.
How many households are there in Chitaha?
There are 335 households in Chitaha.
What is the literacy rate in Chitaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitaha is 53.85%. Male literacy is 64.61% and female literacy is 41.84%.