Sitahar
Sitahar is a village located in Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.6km away from sub-district headquarter Kumarganj (tehsildar office) and 40.2km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Bhour is the gram panchayat of Sitahar village.
Here you can discover what makes Sitahar unique in its vibrant Kumarganj-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Sitahar’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 Sitahar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sitahar is 310873. The village spans a total geographical area of 88.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733141. Balurghat is nearest town to Sitahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sitahar
Population of Sitahar
According to the 2011 Census, Sitahar has a total population of about 1,537, with approximately 804 males and 733 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 223 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 22 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 25. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.63%, with male literacy at about 75.37% and female literacy near 67.53%. There are around 337 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sitahar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,537 | 804 | 733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 112 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,101 | 606 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 198 | 238 |
Connectivity of Sitahar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sitahar. As per the 2011 stats, Sitahar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sitahar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sitahar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sitahar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sitahar
- Where is Sitahar located?
- Sitahar village is situated in Kumarganj Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sitahar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sitahar is Bhour (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sitahar?
- The pincode of Sitahar is 733141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sitahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sitahar is 1,537, with 804 males and 733 females.
- How many households are there in Sitahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sitahar village has a total of 337 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sitahar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sitahar is 71.63%. The male literacy rate is 75.37%, while the female literacy rate is 67.53%.