Sitalpur - Manjhi, Saran
Sitalpur is a village situated in the Manjhi subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manjhi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Shitalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitalpur is 233409. The village covers a total geographical area of 306 hectares and falls under the 841201 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sitalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manjhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maharajganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sitalpur
As per Census 2011, Sitalpur village has a total population of 5,238 people, consisting of 2,664 males and 2,574 females. The village has 868 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 843 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,922 literate and 2,316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 669 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,238 | 2,664 | 2,574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 843 | 427 | 416 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 669 | 342 | 327 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 46 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 2,922 | 1,793 | 1,129 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,316 | 871 | 1,445 |
Nearby Villages of Sitalpur
Sitalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bareja | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Jamanpura | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Garhwa | West | 1.56 km |
| Nautan | North | 1.69 km |
| Pharusahi | South | 1.69 km |
| Laguni | South | 2.32 km |
| Gobrahi | West | 2.39 km |
| Ariawa | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Bahuwara | East | 2.42 km |
| Sargupar | North-West | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sitalpur
Sitalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ekma, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Sitalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Sitalpur 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 Sitalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sitalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sitalpur
Where is Sitalpur located?
Sitalpur village is located in Manjhi Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitalpur is Shitalpur.
What is the pincode of Sitalpur?
The pincode of Sitalpur is 841201.
What is the population of Sitalpur?
Sitalpur has a total population of 5,238, including 2,664 males and 2,574 females.
How many households are there in Sitalpur?
There are 868 households in Sitalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sitalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitalpur is 55.78%. Male literacy is 67.30% and female literacy is 43.86%.