Sitanala - Chandankiyari, Bokaro
Sitanala is a village situated in the Chandankiyari subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandankiyari and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Shiv Babudih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitanala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitanala is 362804. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.53 hectares and falls under the 828134 pincode. Chas is the nearest town.
Sitanala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sitanala
As per Census 2011, Sitanala village has a total population of 560 people, consisting of 300 males and 260 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 358 literate and 202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitanala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 560 | 300 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 55 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 220 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 80 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Sitanala
Sitanala 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 Sitanala
Sitanala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. Sitanala has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bokaro to Sitanala is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitanala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitanala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sitanala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitanala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sitanala
Where is Sitanala located?
Sitanala village is located in Chandankiyari Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitanala?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitanala is Shiv Babudih.
What is the pincode of Sitanala?
The pincode of Sitanala is 828134.
What is the population of Sitanala?
Sitanala has a total population of 560, including 300 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Sitanala?
There are 80 households in Sitanala.
What is the literacy rate in Sitanala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitanala is 63.93%. Male literacy is 73.33% and female literacy is 53.08%.