Sitasawangi - Tumsar, Bhandara
Sitasawangi is a village situated in the Tumsar tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumsar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Sitasawangi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitasawangi is 536693. The village covers a total geographical area of 551 hectares and falls under the 441907 pincode. Tumsar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Sitasawangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sitasawangi
As per Census 2011, Sitasawangi village has a total population of 4,001 people, consisting of 2,070 males and 1,931 females. The village has 919 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,921 literate and 1,080 illiterate residents. Additionally, 607 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,221 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitasawangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,001 | 2,070 | 1,931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 212 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 607 | 308 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,221 | 595 | 626 |
| Literate Population | 2,921 | 1,646 | 1,275 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,080 | 424 | 656 |
Nearby Villages of Sitasawangi
Sitasawangi 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 Sitasawangi
Sitasawangi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Sitasawangi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tumsar to Sitasawangi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Sitasawangi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitasawangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitasawangi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sitasawangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitasawangi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sitasawangi
Where is Sitasawangi located?
Sitasawangi village is located in Tumsar Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitasawangi?
Sitasawangi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sitasawangi?
The pincode of Sitasawangi is 441907.
What is the population of Sitasawangi?
Sitasawangi has a total population of 4,001, including 2,070 males and 1,931 females.
How many households are there in Sitasawangi?
There are 919 households in Sitasawangi.
What is the literacy rate in Sitasawangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitasawangi is 73.01%. Male literacy is 79.52% and female literacy is 66.03%.