Sitana - Manavadar, Junagadh
Sitana is a village situated in the Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manavadar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Sitana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitana is 514387. The village covers a total geographical area of 646.38 hectares and falls under the 362625 pincode. Bantwa is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sitana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sitana
As per Census 2011, Sitana village has a total population of 1,183 people, consisting of 610 males and 573 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 867 literate and 316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 589 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,183 | 610 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 64 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 589 | 310 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 867 | 496 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 114 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Sitana
Sitana 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 Sitana
Sitana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bantwa to Sitana is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Sitana is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sitana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sitana
Where is Sitana located?
Sitana village is located in Manavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitana?
Sitana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sitana?
The pincode of Sitana is 362625.
What is the population of Sitana?
Sitana has a total population of 1,183, including 610 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Sitana?
There are 270 households in Sitana.
What is the literacy rate in Sitana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitana is 73.29%. Male literacy is 81.31% and female literacy is 64.75%.