Chitgal Gaon
Chitgal Gaon is a village located in Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Didihat (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Chitgal Gaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chitgal Gaon unique in its vibrant Didihat-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Chitgal Gaon’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 Chitgal Gaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitgal Gaon is 049294. The village spans a total geographical area of 64.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262551. Didihat is nearest town to Chitgal Gaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
Google Map of Chitgal Gaon
Population of Chitgal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Chitgal Gaon has a total population of about 226, with approximately 110 males and 116 females. The sex ratio is around 1054 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 31 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 180 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 73.89%, with male literacy at about 83.64% and female literacy near 64.66%. There are around 49 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitgal Gaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 226 | 110 | 116 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 87 | 93 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 167 | 92 | 75 |
Illiterate Population | 59 | 18 | 41 |
Connectivity of Chitgal Gaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitgal Gaon. As per the 2011 stats, Chitgal Gaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitgal Gaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitgal Gaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitgal Gaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitgal Gaon
- Where is Chitgal Gaon located?
- Chitgal Gaon village is situated in Didihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitgal Gaon?
- Chitgal Gaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chitgal Gaon?
- The pincode of Chitgal Gaon is 262551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitgal Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitgal Gaon is 226, with 110 males and 116 females.
- How many households are there in Chitgal Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitgal Gaon village has a total of 49 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitgal Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitgal Gaon is 73.89%. The male literacy rate is 83.64%, while the female literacy rate is 64.66%.