Sitagadh - Sayla, Surendranagar
Sitagadh is a village situated in the Sayla taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sayla and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Kansala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitagadh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitagadh is 512421. The village covers a total geographical area of 1095.71 hectares and falls under the 363530 pincode. Thangadh is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sitagadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Limbdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sitagadh
According to the 2011 Census, Sitagadh village had a total population of 918 people, including 472 males and 446 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.14%, with male literacy at 60.63% and female literacy at 39.00%.
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 | 918 | 472 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 91 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 231 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 547 | 241 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Sitagadh
Sitagadh 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 Sitagadh
Public transport in the Sitagadh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Thangadh to Sitagadh is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Sitagadh is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitagadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitagadh 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sitagadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitagadh 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sitagadh
Where is Sitagadh located?
Sitagadh village is located in Sayla Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sitagadh?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitagadh is Kansala.
What is the pincode of Sitagadh?
The pincode of Sitagadh is 363530.
What is the population of Sitagadh?
Sitagadh had a total population of 918, including 472 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Sitagadh?
Sitagadh had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sitagadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitagadh was 50.14%. Male literacy was 60.63% and female literacy was 39.00%.