Sitapur - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Sitapur is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 139 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Gondahoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitapur is 448200. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.54 hectares and falls under the 494776 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sitapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sitapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sitapur village had a total population of 300 people, including 159 males and 141 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.09%, with male literacy at 94.16% and female literacy at 73.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 300 | 159 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 129 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 30 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Sitapur
Sitapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurusbodi | North-East | 1.04 km |
| Gondahoor | South | 1.43 km |
| Radha Nagar | South | 1.98 km |
| Jaipur | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Avadhpur | South | 3.13 km |
| Dhorkatta | North | 3.48 km |
| Dodke | West | 3.61 km |
| Bramhapur | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Ravindra Nagar | South | 4.19 km |
| Hanker | South | 4.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sitapur
Sitapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.9 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 Pakhanjur to Sitapur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Sitapur is about 139 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitapur 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 Sitapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sitapur
Where is Sitapur located?
Sitapur village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitapur is Gondahoor.
What is the pincode of Sitapur?
The pincode of Sitapur is 494776.
What is the population of Sitapur?
Sitapur had a total population of 300, including 159 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Sitapur?
Sitapur had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sitapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitapur was 84.09%. Male literacy was 94.16% and female literacy was 73.23%.