Sitachar
Sitachar is a village located in Murarai I subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.7km away from sub-district headquarter Murarai (tehsildar office) and 75.2km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Chatra is the gram panchayat of Sitachar village.
Here you can discover what makes Sitachar unique in its vibrant Murarai I-Birbhum region. You’ll see Sitachar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sitachar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sitachar is 316064. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731238. Rampurhat is nearest town to Sitachar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Sitachar
Population of Sitachar
According to the 2011 Census, Sitachar has a total population of about 1,108, with approximately 580 males and 528 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 195 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 454 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.70%, with male literacy at about 45.17% and female literacy near 35.80%. There are around 247 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sitachar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,108 | 580 | 528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 101 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 454 | 235 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 451 | 262 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 318 | 339 |
Connectivity of Sitachar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sitachar. As per the 2011 stats, Sitachar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sitachar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sitachar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sitachar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sitachar
- Where is Sitachar located?
- Sitachar village is situated in Murarai I Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sitachar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sitachar is Chatra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sitachar?
- The pincode of Sitachar is 731238, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sitachar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sitachar is 1,108, with 580 males and 528 females.
- How many households are there in Sitachar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sitachar village has a total of 247 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sitachar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sitachar is 40.70%. The male literacy rate is 45.17%, while the female literacy rate is 35.80%.