Sital Patti - Chiraia, Purbi Champaran
Sital Patti is a village situated in the Chiraia subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from Chiraia and around 30 km from Motihari. Madhubani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sital Patti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sital Patti is 217877. The village covers a total geographical area of 301 hectares and falls under the 845415 pincode. Dhaka is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sital Patti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sital Patti
According to the 2011 Census, Sital Patti village had a total population of 4,536 people, including 2,380 males and 2,156 females, living in 947 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.66%, with male literacy at 67.66% and female literacy at 42.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 463.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,536 | 2,380 | 2,156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 916 | 494 | 422 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 463 | 247 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,015 | 1,276 | 739 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,521 | 1,104 | 1,417 |
Nearby Villages of Sital Patti
Sital Patti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Partapur | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Rupahra | South | 1.97 km |
| Sham Bakhri | North | 1.99 km |
| Turkauliya | North | 2.20 km |
| Madhubani | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Raghopur | West | 2.85 km |
| Raksa | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Rupahri | South | 3.56 km |
| Bhaluahi | South | 3.57 km |
| Bara Jairam | North-West | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sital Patti
Sital Patti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gurhanwa, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhaka to Sital Patti is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Sital Patti is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sital Patti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sital Patti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sital Patti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sital Patti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sital Patti
Where is Sital Patti located?
Sital Patti village is located in Chiraia Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sital Patti?
The Gram Panchayat of Sital Patti is Madhubani.
What is the pincode of Sital Patti?
The pincode of Sital Patti is 845415.
What is the population of Sital Patti?
Sital Patti had a total population of 4,536, including 2,380 males and 2,156 females.
How many households are there in Sital Patti?
Sital Patti had 947 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sital Patti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sital Patti was 55.66%. Male literacy was 67.66% and female literacy was 42.62%.