Sitapala - Lanji, Balaghat
Sitapala is a village situated in the Lanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanji and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Risewada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitapala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitapala is 498598. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.48 hectares and falls under the 481222 pincode. Lanji is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Sitapala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Sitapala
Sitapala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tatikalan | North | 1.67 km |
| Janwahi | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Hathitola | West | 2.44 km |
| Baigatola | North | 3.04 km |
| Nawagarh | East | 3.42 km |
| Gatapar | West | 3.74 km |
| Lendejhari | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Bagdi | North | 4.16 km |
| Baghnadi | South-West | 4.20 km |
| Gobra | South-West | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sitapala
The nearest railway station is Darekasa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lanji to Sitapala is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Sitapala is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Sitapala
Where is Sitapala located?
Sitapala village is located in Lanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitapala?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitapala is Risewada.
What is the pincode of Sitapala?
The pincode of Sitapala is 481222.