Chitgal Gaon - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Chitgal Gaon is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Chitgal Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitgal Gaon is 049294. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.67 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Chitgal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitgal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Chitgal Gaon village had a total population of 226 people, including 110 males and 116 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.64%, with male literacy at 95.83% and female literacy at 75.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 180.
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 | 226 | 110 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 87 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 92 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 18 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Chitgal Gaon
Chitgal Gaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chitgal Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chitgal Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Chitgal Gaon is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Chitgal Gaon is about 57 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 Chitgal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitgal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chitgal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitgal Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chitgal Gaon
Where is Chitgal Gaon located?
Chitgal Gaon village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chitgal Gaon?
Chitgal Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chitgal Gaon?
The pincode of Chitgal Gaon is 262551.
What is the population of Chitgal Gaon?
Chitgal Gaon had a total population of 226, including 110 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Chitgal Gaon?
Chitgal Gaon had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitgal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitgal Gaon was 85.64%. Male literacy was 95.83% and female literacy was 75.76%.