Sitapur - Haldwani, Nainital
Sitapur is a village situated in the Haldwani tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haldwani and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Sitapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitapur is 055237. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.95 hectares and falls under the 263139 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Sitapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sitapur
As per Census 2011, Sitapur village has a total population of 870 people, consisting of 454 males and 416 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 591 literate and 279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 870 | 454 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 65 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 69 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 591 | 330 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 124 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Sitapur
Sitapur 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 Sitapur
Sitapur 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 Sitapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Haldwani to Sitapur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Sitapur is about 57 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 Sitapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sitapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sitapur
Where is Sitapur located?
Sitapur village is located in Haldwani Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitapur?
Sitapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sitapur?
The pincode of Sitapur is 263139.
What is the population of Sitapur?
Sitapur has a total population of 870, including 454 males and 416 females.
How many households are there in Sitapur?
There are 174 households in Sitapur.
What is the literacy rate in Sitapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitapur is 67.93%. Male literacy is 72.69% and female literacy is 62.74%.