Sitagota - Lal Bahadur Nagar, Rajnandgaon
Sitagota is a village situated in the Lal Bahadur Nagar tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from Dongargarh and around 65 km from Rajnandgaon. Sitagota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitagota is 440636. The village covers a total geographical area of 605.92 hectares and falls under the 491557 pincode. Dongargarh is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Sitagota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sitagota
As per Census 2011, Sitagota village has a total population of 1,488 people, consisting of 709 males and 779 females. The village has 331 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 935 literate and 553 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 997 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitagota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,488 | 709 | 779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 98 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 997 | 485 | 512 |
| Literate Population | 935 | 520 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 553 | 189 | 364 |
Nearby Villages of Sitagota
Sitagota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sailpar | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Nawagaon | South | 3.96 km |
| Domatola | North-East | 4.31 km |
| Bijepar | North | 4.42 km |
| Kothitola | South-East | 4.57 km |
| Bodaldand | South-West | 4.88 km |
| Mangi Khuta | East | 5.27 km |
| Karutola | East | 5.62 km |
| Purada | West | 5.69 km |
| Diwantola | South | 5.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sitagota
Sitagota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Salekasa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.6 km.
| 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 Dongargarh to Sitagota is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Sitagota is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitagota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitagota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sitagota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitagota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sitagota
Where is Sitagota located?
Sitagota village is located in Lal Bahadur Nagar Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitagota?
Sitagota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sitagota?
The pincode of Sitagota is 491557.
What is the population of Sitagota?
Sitagota has a total population of 1,488, including 709 males and 779 females.
How many households are there in Sitagota?
There are 331 households in Sitagota.
What is the literacy rate in Sitagota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitagota is 62.84%. Male literacy is 73.34% and female literacy is 53.27%.