Sitane - Malegaon, Nashik
Sitane is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Sitane village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitane is 550293. The village covers a total geographical area of 1138 hectares and falls under the 423105 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sitane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sitane
As per Census 2011, Sitane village has a total population of 854 people, consisting of 432 males and 422 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 542 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 854 | 432 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 69 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 308 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 124 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Sitane
Sitane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bodhe | North | 2.71 km |
| Khalane | West | 2.81 km |
| Ajande Kh. | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Ronzane | East | 3.86 km |
| Gigaon | North-West | 4.00 km |
| Ajande Bk. | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Dahiwal | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Malhanagaon | North-West | 4.87 km |
| Shendurni | North | 5.46 km |
| Bhuigavhan | South-West | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sitane
Sitane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandgaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malegaon to Sitane is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Sitane is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitane 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sitane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitane 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sitane
Where is Sitane located?
Sitane village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitane?
Sitane is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sitane?
The pincode of Sitane is 423105.
What is the population of Sitane?
Sitane has a total population of 854, including 432 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Sitane?
There are 146 households in Sitane.
What is the literacy rate in Sitane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitane is 63.47%. Male literacy is 71.30% and female literacy is 55.45%.