Saitola - Basia, Gumla
Saitola is a village situated in the Basia subdivision of Gumla district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basiya and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gumla. Tetra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saitola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saitola is 375917. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.44 hectares and falls under the 835207 pincode.
Saitola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sisai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saitola
According to the 2011 Census, Saitola village had a total population of 294 people, including 161 males and 133 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.36%, with male literacy at 69.12% and female literacy at 47.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 228.
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 | 294 | 161 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 123 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 94 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 67 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Saitola
Saitola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siribira | East | 1.25 km |
| Tetra | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Solangbira | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Kelga | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Sidma | East | 2.47 km |
| Bhagidera | East | 3.53 km |
| Launga | South | 3.77 km |
| Majkera | North | 3.91 km |
| Konbir | East | 4.05 km |
| Satkhari | West | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saitola
Saitola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pakra, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gumla to Saitola is about 40 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 Saitola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saitola 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 Saitola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saitola 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 Saitola
Where is Saitola located?
Saitola village is located in Basia Subdivision, Gumla district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saitola?
The Gram Panchayat of Saitola is Tetra.
What is the pincode of Saitola?
The pincode of Saitola is 835207.
What is the population of Saitola?
Saitola had a total population of 294, including 161 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Saitola?
Saitola had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saitola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saitola was 59.36%. Male literacy was 69.12% and female literacy was 47.83%.