Sitoka - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Sitoka is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Sitoka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitoka is 477079. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.03 hectares and falls under the 451225 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sitoka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sitoka
As per Census 2011, Sitoka village has a total population of 605 people, consisting of 313 males and 292 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 386 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitoka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 605 | 313 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 231 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 82 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Sitoka
Sitoka 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 Sitoka
Sitoka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sitoka.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Sitoka is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Sitoka is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitoka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitoka 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sitoka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitoka 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sitoka
Where is Sitoka located?
Sitoka village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitoka?
Sitoka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sitoka?
The pincode of Sitoka is 451225.
What is the population of Sitoka?
Sitoka has a total population of 605, including 313 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Sitoka?
There are 116 households in Sitoka.
What is the literacy rate in Sitoka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitoka is 63.80%. Male literacy is 73.80% and female literacy is 53.08%.