Sithara

Sithara is a village located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 91km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Sithara village. As per 2009 stats, Golwan Khas is the gram panchayat of Sithara village.

Here you can discover what makes Sithara unique in its vibrant Nurpur-Kangra region. You’ll see Sithara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Sithara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sithara is 008529. The village spans a total geographical area of 52.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176022. Nurpur is nearest town to Sithara village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Sithara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sithara

According to the 2011 Census, Sithara has a total population of about 466, with approximately 240 males and 226 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 47 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 181 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 17. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.90%, with male literacy at about 80.00% and female literacy near 75.66%. There are around 93 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sithara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 466 240 226
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 47 32 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) 181 97 84
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 17 7 10
Literate Population 363 192 171
Illiterate Population 103 48 55

Connectivity of Sithara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sithara. As per the 2011 stats, Sithara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sithara

Knowing the nearby villages of Sithara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sithara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sithara

Where is Sithara located?
Sithara village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sithara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sithara is Golwan Khas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sithara?
The pincode of Sithara is 176022, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sithara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sithara is 466, with 240 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Sithara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sithara village has a total of 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sithara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sithara is 77.90%. The male literacy rate is 80.00%, while the female literacy rate is 75.66%.