Chitarma
Chitarma is a village located in Raghunathpur Ii subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.2km away from sub-district headquarter Raghunathpur (tehsildar office) and 46.2km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Barrah is the gram panchayat of Chitarma village.
Chitarma 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 Chitarma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitarma is 330182. The village spans a total geographical area of 121.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723145. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Chitarma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Chitarma
Below is a concise population overview of Chitarma 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 | 939 | 481 | 458 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 50 | 48 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 152 | 157 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 615 | 351 | 264 |
Illiterate Population | 324 | 130 | 194 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chitarma village:
- The total population of Chitarma village is around 939, including approximately 481 males and 458 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 98 children aged 0–6 years in Chitarma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chitarma village has 309 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Chitarma village is about 65.50%, with male literacy at 72.97% and female literacy at 57.64%.
- There are around 196 households in Chitarma village.
Connectivity of Chitarma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitarma. As per the 2011 stats, Chitarma 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 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitarma
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitarma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitarma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitarma
- Where is Chitarma located?
- Chitarma village is situated in Raghunathpur Ii Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitarma?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chitarma is Barrah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chitarma?
- The pincode of Chitarma is 723145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitarma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitarma is 939, with 481 males and 458 females.
- How many households are there in Chitarma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitarma village has a total of 196 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitarma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitarma is 65.50%. The male literacy rate is 72.97%, while the female literacy rate is 57.64%.