Sital Chak - Amta - II, Howrah
Sital Chak is a village situated in the Amta - II subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.2 km from Amta and around 48.9 km from Howrah. Kusberia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sital Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sital Chak is 332613. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.67 hectares and falls under the 711413 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Sital Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sital Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Sital Chak village had a total population of 1,828 people, including 945 males and 883 females, living in 410 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.47%, with male literacy at 93.29% and female literacy at 85.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67.
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 | 1,828 | 945 | 883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 95 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,461 | 793 | 668 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 152 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Sital Chak
Sital Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bankura | South | 0.77 km |
| Sarda | North | 0.95 km |
| Naoapara | East | 1.88 km |
| Harop | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Kusberia | North | 2.41 km |
| Paschim Bainan (ct) | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Fatepur | East | 2.53 km |
| Tajpur | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Purbba Bainan | South | 2.81 km |
| Agunsi Bhuinara | South-East | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sital Chak
Sital Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bagnan, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Uluberia to Sital Chak is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Sital Chak is about 48.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sital Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sital Chak 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 Sital Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sital Chak 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 Sital Chak
Where is Sital Chak located?
Sital Chak village is located in Amta - II Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sital Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Sital Chak is Kusberia.
What is the pincode of Sital Chak?
The pincode of Sital Chak is 711413.
What is the population of Sital Chak?
Sital Chak had a total population of 1,828, including 945 males and 883 females.
How many households are there in Sital Chak?
Sital Chak had 410 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sital Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sital Chak was 89.47%. Male literacy was 93.29% and female literacy was 85.31%.