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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sitanala
According to the 2011 Census, Sitanala village had a total population of 560 people, including 300 males and 260 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.66%, with male literacy at 89.80% and female literacy at 62.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 560 | 300 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 55 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 560, including 300 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Sitanala?
Sitanala had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sitanala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitanala was 76.66%. Male literacy was 89.80% and female literacy was 62.16%.