Chitrapur - Kharagpur - I, Paschim Medinipur
Chitrapur is a village situated in the Kharagpur - I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Khelarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitrapur is 341641. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.44 hectares and falls under the 721301 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chitrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chitrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Chitrapur village had a total population of 222 people, including 118 males and 104 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.11%, with male literacy at 80.20% and female literacy at 67.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 88.
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 | 222 | 118 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 45 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 81 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 37 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Chitrapur
Chitrapur 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 Chitrapur
Public transport in the Chitrapur is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kharagpur to Chitrapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitrapur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chitrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitrapur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chitrapur
Where is Chitrapur located?
Chitrapur village is located in Kharagpur - I Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chitrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitrapur is Khelarh.
What is the pincode of Chitrapur?
The pincode of Chitrapur is 721301.
What is the population of Chitrapur?
Chitrapur had a total population of 222, including 118 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Chitrapur?
Chitrapur had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitrapur was 74.11%. Male literacy was 80.20% and female literacy was 67.71%.