Sitonga
Sitonga is a village located in Jashpur tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 6.5km away from Jashpur Nagar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sitonga village. As per 2009 stats, Sitonga village is also a gram panchayat.
Sitonga has its own place in the vibrant Jashpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sitonga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sitonga is 433864. The village spans a total geographical area of 1554.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493445. Jashpur Nagar is nearest town to Sitonga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6.5km away.
Google Map of Sitonga
Population of Sitonga
Below is a concise population overview of Sitonga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,419 | 708 | 711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 125 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 73 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,121 | 559 | 562 |
| Literate Population | 782 | 436 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 637 | 272 | 365 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sitonga village:
- The total population of Sitonga village is around 1,419, including approximately 708 males and 711 females, with a sex ratio of 1004 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 230 children aged 0–6 years in Sitonga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sitonga village has 153 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,121 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sitonga village is about 55.11%, with male literacy at 61.58% and female literacy at 48.66%.
- There are around 331 households in Sitonga village.
Connectivity of Sitonga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sitonga. As per the 2011 stats, Sitonga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sitonga
Knowing the nearby villages of Sitonga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sitonga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sitonga
- Where is Sitonga located?
- Sitonga village is situated in Jashpur Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sitonga?
- Sitonga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sitonga?
- The pincode of Sitonga is 493445, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sitonga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sitonga is 1,419, with 708 males and 711 females.
- How many households are there in Sitonga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sitonga village has a total of 331 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sitonga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sitonga is 55.11%. The male literacy rate is 61.58%, while the female literacy rate is 48.66%.