Sittal - Saho, Chamba
Sittal is a village situated in the Saho tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Chamba. Baat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sittal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sittal is 007956. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.9 hectares and falls under the 176311 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Sittal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sittal
According to the 2011 Census, Sittal village had a total population of 663 people, including 329 males and 334 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.36%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 59.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 197.
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 | 663 | 329 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 35 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 82 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 96 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 231 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 98 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Sittal
Sittal 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 Sittal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sittal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Sittal is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sittal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sittal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sittal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sittal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sittal
Where is Sittal located?
Sittal village is located in Saho Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sittal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sittal is Baat.
What is the pincode of Sittal?
The pincode of Sittal is 176311.
What is the population of Sittal?
Sittal had a total population of 663, including 329 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Sittal?
Sittal had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sittal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sittal was 69.36%. Male literacy was 78.57% and female literacy was 59.93%.