Sital Kundi - Palojori, Deoghar
Sital Kundi is a village situated in the Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Khaga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sital Kundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sital Kundi is 355498. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.86 hectares and falls under the 814146 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Sital Kundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dumka Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sital Kundi
As per Census 2011, Sital Kundi village has a total population of 500 people, consisting of 274 males and 226 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 824 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 193 literate and 307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 299 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sital Kundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 500 | 274 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 68 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 299 | 172 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 134 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 140 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Sital Kundi
Sital Kundi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonatar | South | 1.03 km |
| Sitludih Chandpur | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Angbali | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Sirsiya | West | 2.05 km |
| Raghuwadih | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Khaga | South | 2.17 km |
| Masanjor | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Parsiya | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Mahesbathan | West | 2.81 km |
| Kusme | South | 2.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sital Kundi
Sital Kundi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Joramow, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Sital Kundi is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sital Kundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sital Kundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sital Kundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sital Kundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sital Kundi
Where is Sital Kundi located?
Sital Kundi village is located in Palojori Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sital Kundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sital Kundi is Khaga.
What is the pincode of Sital Kundi?
The pincode of Sital Kundi is 814146.
What is the population of Sital Kundi?
Sital Kundi has a total population of 500, including 274 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Sital Kundi?
There are 98 households in Sital Kundi.
What is the literacy rate in Sital Kundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sital Kundi is 38.60%. Male literacy is 48.91% and female literacy is 26.11%.