Sitti - Bani, Kathua
Sitti is a village situated in the Bani tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bani and around 174 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Sitti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitti is 001777. The village covers a total geographical area of 1312 hectares and falls under the 184206 pincode. Bani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sitti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sitti
As per Census 2011, Sitti village has a total population of 1,749 people, consisting of 898 males and 851 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 561 literate and 1,188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 580 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 165 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,749 | 898 | 851 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 191 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 580 | 299 | 281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 89 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 402 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,188 | 496 | 692 |
Nearby Villages of Sitti
Sitti 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 Sitti
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sitti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bani to Sitti is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Sitti is about 174 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitti 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 Sitti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sitti
Where is Sitti located?
Sitti village is located in Bani Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitti?
Sitti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sitti?
The pincode of Sitti is 184206.
What is the population of Sitti?
Sitti has a total population of 1,749, including 898 males and 851 females.
How many households are there in Sitti?
There are 287 households in Sitti.
What is the literacy rate in Sitti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitti is 32.08%. Male literacy is 44.77% and female literacy is 18.68%.