Sitala
Sitala is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.8km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 23.8km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Mahanad is the gram panchayat of Sitala village.
Here you can discover what makes Sitala unique in its vibrant Polba Dadpur-Hugli region. You’ll see Sitala’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 Sitala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sitala is 325132. The village spans a total geographical area of 153.55 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Sitala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sitala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sitala
Population of Sitala
According to the 2011 Census, Sitala has a total population of about 1,986, with approximately 980 males and 1,006 females. The sex ratio is around 1026 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 574 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.11%, with male literacy at about 77.65% and female literacy near 68.69%. There are around 517 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sitala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,986 | 980 | 1,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 81 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 574 | 275 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,452 | 761 | 691 |
| Illiterate Population | 534 | 219 | 315 |
Connectivity of Sitala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sitala. As per the 2011 stats, Sitala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sitala
Knowing the nearby villages of Sitala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sitala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sitala
- Where is Sitala located?
- Sitala village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sitala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sitala is Mahanad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sitala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sitala is 1,986, with 980 males and 1,006 females.
- How many households are there in Sitala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sitala village has a total of 517 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sitala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sitala is 73.11%. The male literacy rate is 77.65%, while the female literacy rate is 68.69%.