Sitagaon - Aundhi, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Sitagaon is a village situated in the Aundhi tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Manpur and around 125 km from Rajnandgaon. Sitagaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitagaon is 441479. The village covers a total geographical area of 484.45 hectares and falls under the 491229 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Sitagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sitagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Sitagaon village had a total population of 1,169 people, including 716 males and 453 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 633 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.10%, with male literacy at 88.21% and female literacy at 52.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 635.
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 | 1,169 | 716 | 453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 80 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 40 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 635 | 346 | 289 |
| Literate Population | 760 | 561 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 155 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Sitagaon
Sitagaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sitagaon
Sitagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Sitagaon is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Sitagaon is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sitagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sitagaon
Where is Sitagaon located?
Sitagaon village is located in Aundhi Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitagaon?
Sitagaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sitagaon?
The pincode of Sitagaon is 491229.
What is the population of Sitagaon?
Sitagaon had a total population of 1,169, including 716 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Sitagaon?
Sitagaon had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sitagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitagaon was 75.10%. Male literacy was 88.21% and female literacy was 52.93%.