Chitor
Chitor is a village located in Itahar subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.1km away from sub-district headquarter Itahar. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Chitor village. As per 2009 stats, Durgapur is the gram panchayat of Chitor village.
Here you can discover what makes Chitor unique in its vibrant Itahar-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Chitor’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 Chitor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chitor is 310139. The village spans a total geographical area of 123.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733143. Raiganj is nearest town to Chitor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Chitor
Population of Chitor
According to the 2011 Census, Chitor has a total population of about 1,027, with approximately 527 males and 500 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 121 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 474 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 182. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.41%, with male literacy at about 57.87% and female literacy near 44.60%. There are around 244 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chitor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,027 | 527 | 500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 56 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 474 | 242 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 93 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 305 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 222 | 277 |
Connectivity of Chitor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chitor. As per the 2011 stats, Chitor 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chitor
Knowing the nearby villages of Chitor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chitor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chitor
- Where is Chitor located?
- Chitor village is situated in Itahar Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chitor?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chitor is Durgapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chitor?
- The pincode of Chitor is 733143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chitor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chitor is 1,027, with 527 males and 500 females.
- How many households are there in Chitor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chitor village has a total of 244 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chitor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chitor is 51.41%. The male literacy rate is 57.87%, while the female literacy rate is 44.60%.