Sitasal
Sitasal is a village located in Shikaripara subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 44km away from district headquarter Shikaripara. Shikaripara is the sub-district headquarter of Sitasal village. As per 2009 stats, Gandrakpur is the gram panchayat of Sitasal village.
Sitasal has its own place in the vibrant Dumka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sitasal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sitasal is 370819. The village spans a total geographical area of 280 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814119. Dumka is nearest town to Sitasal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sitasal
Population of Sitasal
Below is a concise population overview of Sitasal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,040 | 504 | 536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 80 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,012 | 489 | 523 |
| Literate Population | 515 | 296 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 525 | 208 | 317 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sitasal village:
- The total population of Sitasal village is around 1,040, including approximately 504 males and 536 females, with a sex ratio of 1063 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 163 children aged 0–6 years in Sitasal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sitasal village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,012 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sitasal village is about 49.52%, with male literacy at 58.73% and female literacy at 40.86%.
- There are around 228 households in Sitasal village.
Connectivity of Sitasal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sitasal. As per the 2011 stats, Sitasal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sitasal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sitasal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sitasal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sitasal
- Where is Sitasal located?
- Sitasal village is situated in Shikaripara Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sitasal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sitasal is Gandrakpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sitasal?
- The pincode of Sitasal is 814119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sitasal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sitasal is 1,040, with 504 males and 536 females.
- How many households are there in Sitasal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sitasal village has a total of 228 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sitasal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sitasal is 49.52%. The male literacy rate is 58.73%, while the female literacy rate is 40.86%.