Chitra

Chitra is a village located in Para subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Para (tehsildar office) and 59.6km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Udaypur Joynagar 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 330058. The village spans a total geographical area of 506.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723155. Purulia is nearest town to Chitra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,449 1,233 1,216
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 321 149 172
Scheduled Castes (SC) 491 228 263
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,413 907 506
Illiterate Population 1,036 326 710

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chitra village:

  • The total population of Chitra village is around 2,449, including approximately 1,233 males and 1,216 females, with a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 321 children aged 0–6 years in Chitra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chitra village has 491 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chitra village is about 57.70%, with male literacy at 73.56% and female literacy at 41.61%.
  • There are around 431 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)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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.

Chalka Chaktor Bhatdi Kalla Pathakdi Bhandar Kuli Reshyagara Patpur Malanchadi Pirma Haraktor

Frequently Asked Questions about Chitra

Where is Chitra located?
Chitra village is situated in Para Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitra?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitra is Udaypur Joynagar (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 2,449, with 1,233 males and 1,216 females.
How many households are there in Chitra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chitra village has a total of 431 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitra is 57.70%. The male literacy rate is 73.56%, while the female literacy rate is 41.61%.