Shitalpur - Sarsiwa, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Shitalpur is a village situated in the Sarsiwa tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from Bilaigarh and around 174 km from Raipur. Muchhamalda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shitalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shitalpur is 444366. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.4 hectares and falls under the 493559 pincode. Bhatgaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Shitalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shitalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shitalpur village had a total population of 371 people, including 195 males and 176 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.91%, with male literacy at 83.13% and female literacy at 58.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 136.
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 | 371 | 195 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 29 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 76 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 138 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 57 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Shitalpur
Shitalpur 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 Shitalpur
Shitalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Bhatgaon to Shitalpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Shitalpur is about 174 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shitalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shitalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shitalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shitalpur 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 Shitalpur
Where is Shitalpur located?
Shitalpur village is located in Sarsiwa Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shitalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shitalpur is Muchhamalda.
What is the pincode of Shitalpur?
The pincode of Shitalpur is 493559.
What is the population of Shitalpur?
Shitalpur had a total population of 371, including 195 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Shitalpur?
Shitalpur had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shitalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shitalpur was 70.91%. Male literacy was 83.13% and female literacy was 58.54%.