Sitalgram - Labpur, Birbhum
Sitalgram is a village situated in the Labpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Labpur and around 41.5 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Kurunnahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitalgram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitalgram is 317560. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.14 hectares and falls under the 731304 pincode. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sitalgram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sitalgram
As per Census 2011, Sitalgram village has a total population of 2,459 people, consisting of 1,243 males and 1,216 females. The village has 585 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,545 literate and 914 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitalgram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,459 | 1,243 | 1,216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 109 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,105 | 551 | 554 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 1,545 | 853 | 692 |
| Illiterate Population | 914 | 390 | 524 |
Nearby Villages of Sitalgram
Sitalgram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dangal | East | 1.23 km |
| Sonachitura | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Purbba Sahapur | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Monachitura | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Manikpur | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Par Abad | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Lohadda | West | 2.19 km |
| Arazi Chandapur | North | 2.22 km |
| Purba Ishakpur | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Galaichandi | East | 2.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sitalgram
Public transport in the Sitalgram is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ahmadpur Jn, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bolpur to Sitalgram is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Sitalgram is about 41.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitalgram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitalgram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sitalgram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitalgram 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sitalgram
Where is Sitalgram located?
Sitalgram village is located in Labpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitalgram?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitalgram is Kurunnahar.
What is the pincode of Sitalgram?
The pincode of Sitalgram is 731304.
What is the population of Sitalgram?
Sitalgram has a total population of 2,459, including 1,243 males and 1,216 females.
How many households are there in Sitalgram?
There are 585 households in Sitalgram.
What is the literacy rate in Sitalgram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitalgram is 62.83%. Male literacy is 68.62% and female literacy is 56.91%.