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.
Here you can discover what makes Sitasal unique in its vibrant Shikaripara-Dumka region. You’ll see Sitasal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Sitasal has a total population of about 1,040, with approximately 504 males and 536 females. The sex ratio is around 1063 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 163 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,012. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.52%, with male literacy at about 58.73% and female literacy near 40.86%. There are around 228 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sitasal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.