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.
Sitala has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Sitala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sitala village:
- The total population of Sitala village is around 1,986, including approximately 980 males and 1,006 females, with a sex ratio of 1026 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 161 children aged 0–6 years in Sitala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sitala village has 574 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sitala village is about 73.11%, with male literacy at 77.65% and female literacy at 68.69%.
- There are around 517 households in Sitala village.
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%.