Sitiburu - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Sitiburu is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. Meromgutu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitiburu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitiburu is 377121. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.45 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Khunti is the nearest town.
Sitiburu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sitiburu
According to the 2011 Census, Sitiburu village had a total population of 135 people, including 72 males and 63 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.71%, with male literacy at 75.93% and female literacy at 52.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 135.
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 | 135 | 72 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 72 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 41 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 31 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Sitiburu
Sitiburu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siankel | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Rubua | North | 1.58 km |
| Jamda | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Jurmu | North | 1.78 km |
| Jamda | West | 1.89 km |
| Huangdih | South | 2.40 km |
| Itre | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Bindadiri | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Rero | North | 2.81 km |
| Ramjui | West | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sitiburu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sitiburu. The nearest railway station is Karra, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 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 Chaibasa to Sitiburu is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitiburu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitiburu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sitiburu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitiburu 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 Sitiburu
Where is Sitiburu located?
Sitiburu village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitiburu?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitiburu is Meromgutu.
What is the pincode of Sitiburu?
The pincode of Sitiburu is 833201.
What is the population of Sitiburu?
Sitiburu had a total population of 135, including 72 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Sitiburu?
Sitiburu had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sitiburu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitiburu was 64.71%. Male literacy was 75.93% and female literacy was 52.08%.