Sitoli - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Sitoli is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sitoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitoli is 049215. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.96 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Sitoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sitoli
According to the 2011 Census, Sitoli village had a total population of 303 people, including 146 males and 157 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.76%, with male literacy at 96.85% and female literacy at 81.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 303 | 146 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 123 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 23 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Sitoli
Sitoli 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 Sitoli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sitoli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Sitoli is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Sitoli is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitoli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sitoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitoli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sitoli
Where is Sitoli located?
Sitoli village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitoli?
Sitoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sitoli?
The pincode of Sitoli is 262551.
What is the population of Sitoli?
Sitoli had a total population of 303, including 146 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Sitoli?
Sitoli had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sitoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitoli was 88.76%. Male literacy was 96.85% and female literacy was 81.43%.