Sitaltola - Birni, Giridih
Sitaltola is a village situated in the Birni subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Birni and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Kharidih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitaltola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitaltola is 352335. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.47 hectares and falls under the 825324 pincode.
Sitaltola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sitaltola
According to the 2011 Census, Sitaltola village had a total population of 290 people, including 129 males and 161 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,248 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.76%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 51.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168.
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 | 290 | 129 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 77 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 96 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 33 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Sitaltola
Sitaltola 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 Sitaltola
Public transport in the Sitaltola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Sitaltola is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitaltola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitaltola 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sitaltola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitaltola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sitaltola
Where is Sitaltola located?
Sitaltola village is located in Birni Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sitaltola?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitaltola is Kharidih.
What is the pincode of Sitaltola?
The pincode of Sitaltola is 825324.
What is the population of Sitaltola?
Sitaltola had a total population of 290, including 129 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Sitaltola?
Sitaltola had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sitaltola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitaltola was 67.76%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 51.09%.