Chitgal
About Chitgal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chitgal village is 050034. Chitgal village is located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Chitgal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 72.62 hectares. Chitgal has a total population of 983 peoples, out of which male population is 482 while female population is 501. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1039 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chitgal village is 55.75% out of which 63.69% males and 48.10% females are literate. There are about 209 houses in chitgal village. Pincode of chitgal village locality is 262522.
When it comes to administration, Chitgal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chitgal village comes under Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Pithoragarh is nearest town to chitgal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 88km away.
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Population of Chitgal
The population details of Chitgal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 983 | 482 | 501 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 193 | 96 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 754 | 371 | 383 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 548 | 307 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 175 | 260 |
Connectivity of Chitgal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chitgal
Where is Chitgal located?
Chitgal village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitgal?
Chitgal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chitgal?
The pincode of Chitgal is 262522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chitgal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitgal is 983, with 482 males and 501 females.
How many households are there in Chitgal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chitgal village has a total of 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitgal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitgal is 55.75%. The male literacy rate is 63.69%, while the female literacy rate is 48.10%.