Sitora - Bilaspur, Rampur
Sitora is a village situated in the Bilaspur tehsil of Rampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilaspur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rampur. Sitora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitora is 116739. The village covers a total geographical area of 335.72 hectares and falls under the 224923 pincode. Vilashpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sitora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sitora
As per Census 2011, Sitora village has a total population of 1,276 people, consisting of 673 males and 603 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 582 literate and 694 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,276 | 673 | 603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 99 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 582 | 377 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 694 | 296 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Sitora
Sitora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raipur | West | 1.36 km |
| Lakhmipur | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Chubakia | North | 1.99 km |
| Bhairpura | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Godhi | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Lahsoi | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Narsua | South | 2.63 km |
| Gulalpur | North | 2.94 km |
| Dalki | West | 3.03 km |
| Ishwarpur | East | 3.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sitora
Sitora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Baheri, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Vilashpur to Sitora is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rampur to Sitora is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sitora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sitora
Where is Sitora located?
Sitora village is located in Bilaspur Tehsil, Rampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitora?
Sitora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sitora?
The pincode of Sitora is 224923.
What is the population of Sitora?
Sitora has a total population of 1,276, including 673 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Sitora?
There are 210 households in Sitora.
What is the literacy rate in Sitora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitora is 45.61%. Male literacy is 56.02% and female literacy is 34.00%.