Chitra
Chitra is a village located in Kashipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.5km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Agardi Chitra is the gram panchayat of Chitra village.
Chitra has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chitra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitra is 330784. The village spans a total geographical area of 571.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723155. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Chitra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Chitra
Population of Chitra
Below is a concise population overview of Chitra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,771 | 897 | 874 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 98 | 103 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 781 | 390 | 391 |
Literate Population | 1,156 | 698 | 458 |
Illiterate Population | 615 | 199 | 416 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chitra village:
- The total population of Chitra village is around 1,771, including approximately 897 males and 874 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 201 children aged 0–6 years in Chitra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chitra village has 13 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 781 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chitra village is about 65.27%, with male literacy at 77.81% and female literacy at 52.40%.
- There are around 352 households in Chitra village.
Connectivity of Chitra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitra. As per the 2011 stats, Chitra 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 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitra
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitra
- Where is Chitra located?
- Chitra village is situated in Kashipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chitra is Agardi Chitra (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 723155, 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 1,771, with 897 males and 874 females.
- How many households are there in Chitra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitra village has a total of 352 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitra is 65.27%. The male literacy rate is 77.81%, while the female literacy rate is 52.40%.