Chitaura
Chitaura is a village located in Goalpokhar Ii subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 37.7km away from sub-district headquarter Goalpokhar . Raiganj is the district headquarter of Chitaura village. As per 2009 stats, Toriyal is the gram panchayat of Chitaura village.
Here you can discover what makes Chitaura unique in its vibrant Goalpokhar Ii-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Chitaura’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 Chitaura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitaura is 309279. The village spans a total geographical area of 378.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733208. Kishanganj is nearest town to Chitaura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Chitaura
Population of Chitaura
According to the 2011 Census, Chitaura has a total population of about 2,533, with approximately 1,327 males and 1,206 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 426 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 682 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 259. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.39%, with male literacy at about 48.00% and female literacy near 32.01%. There are around 539 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitaura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,533 | 1,327 | 1,206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 426 | 201 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 682 | 358 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 131 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 637 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,510 | 690 | 820 |
Connectivity of Chitaura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitaura. As per the 2011 stats, Chitaura 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitaura
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitaura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitaura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitaura
- Where is Chitaura located?
- Chitaura village is situated in Goalpokhar Ii Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitaura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chitaura is Toriyal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chitaura?
- The pincode of Chitaura is 733208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitaura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitaura is 2,533, with 1,327 males and 1,206 females.
- How many households are there in Chitaura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitaura village has a total of 539 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitaura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitaura is 40.39%. The male literacy rate is 48.00%, while the female literacy rate is 32.01%.