Chituara
Chituara is a village located in Purulia I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.1km away from Purulia, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chituara village. As per 2009 stats, Manara is the gram panchayat of Chituara village.
Here you can discover what makes Chituara unique in its vibrant Purulia I-Puruliya region. You’ll see Chituara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chituara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chituara is 331016. The village spans a total geographical area of 146.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723101. Purulia is nearest town to Chituara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
As per 2019 stats, Chituara village comes under Purulia assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Chituara
Population of Chituara
According to the 2011 Census, Chituara has a total population of about 408, with approximately 210 males and 198 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 70 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 57 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.34%, with male literacy at about 58.10% and female literacy near 31.82%. There are around 74 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chituara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 408 | 210 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 41 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 185 | 122 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 88 | 135 |
Connectivity of Chituara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chituara. As per the 2011 stats, Chituara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chituara
Knowing the nearby villages of Chituara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chituara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chituara
- Where is Chituara located?
- Chituara village is situated in Purulia I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chituara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chituara is Manara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chituara?
- The pincode of Chituara is 723101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chituara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chituara is 408, with 210 males and 198 females.
- How many households are there in Chituara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chituara village has a total of 74 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chituara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chituara is 45.34%. The male literacy rate is 58.10%, while the female literacy rate is 31.82%.