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Chitrakoot district, Administrative district in Bundelkhand region, India

Chitrakoot district spans 3,216 square kilometers in Uttar Pradesh, containing four administrative divisions known as tehsils: Karwi, Mau, Manikpur, and Rajapur.

The district received its independent administrative status in 2006, marking a significant change in the governance structure of Uttar Pradesh's Bundelkhand region.

Hindi speakers represent 68.61 percent of the population, while Bundeli language users comprise 30.52 percent, reflecting the linguistic composition of this region.

The district connects to major Indian cities through Manikpur Junction Railway Station, with the nearest airport located 106 kilometers away in Allahabad.

The Ministry of Panchayati Raj identifies Chitrakoot as one of India's 250 most backward districts, qualifying it for special development funds.

Location: Chitrakoot division

Capital city: Chitrakoot Dham

Shares border with: Banda district

Website: http://chitrakoot.nic.in

GPS coordinates: 25.21361,80.91528

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:04

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