Chitra
About Chitra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chitra village is 330826. Chitra village is located in Hura subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 23.7km away from sub-district headquarter Hura (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Ladhurka is the gram panchayat of Chitra village.
The total geographical area of village is 183.53 hectares. Chitra has a total population of 949 peoples, out of which male population is 477 while female population is 472. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 989 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chitra village is 56.38% out of which 70.65% males and 41.95% females are literate. There are about 173 houses in chitra village. Pincode of chitra village locality is 723130.
When it comes to administration, Chitra 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, Chitra village comes under Kashipur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Purulia Lok Sabha constituency. Purulia is nearest town to chitra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Chitra
The population details of Chitra 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 | 949 | 477 | 472 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 153 | 68 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 535 | 337 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 140 | 274 |
Connectivity of Chitra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chitra
Where is Chitra located?
Chitra village is situated in Hura Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitra?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitra is Ladhurka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chitra?
The pincode of Chitra is 723130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chitra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitra is 949, with 477 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Chitra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chitra village has a total of 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitra is 56.38%. The male literacy rate is 70.65%, while the female literacy rate is 41.95%.