Situ - Ichagarh, Saraikela Kharsawan
Situ is a village situated in the Ichagarh subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from Ichagarh and around 65 km from Saraikela. Situ village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Situ is 378868. The village covers a total geographical area of 882 hectares and falls under the 833216 pincode.
Situ village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranchi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Situ
As per Census 2011, Situ village has a total population of 2,217 people, consisting of 1,146 males and 1,071 females. The village has 498 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,204 literate and 1,013 illiterate residents. Additionally, 256 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 269 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Situ are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,217 | 1,146 | 1,071 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 183 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 136 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 153 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 1,204 | 722 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,013 | 424 | 589 |
Nearby Villages of Situ
Situ 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurmadih | East | 1.58 km |
| Barachunchuria | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Raghunathpur | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Dumra | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Konkadih | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Purihesa | South | 2.54 km |
| Hartaldih | South | 2.92 km |
| Jilingsereng | North | 3.04 km |
| Dulmidih | South | 3.39 km |
| Mahil | North-West | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Situ
Situ is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tiraldih, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Saraikela to Situ is about 65 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 Situ
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Situ village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Situ
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Situ village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Situ
Where is Situ located?
Situ village is located in Ichagarh Subdivision, Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Situ?
Situ is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Situ?
The pincode of Situ is 833216.
What is the population of Situ?
Situ has a total population of 2,217, including 1,146 males and 1,071 females.
How many households are there in Situ?
There are 498 households in Situ.
What is the literacy rate in Situ?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Situ is 54.31%. Male literacy is 63.00% and female literacy is 45.00%.