Char Sitahati - Kaliganj, Nadia
Char Sitahati is a village situated in the Kaliganj subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 25.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Debagram and around 58.6 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Gobra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Char Sitahati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Char Sitahati is 321336. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.37 hectares and falls under the 741156 pincode.
Char Sitahati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Char Sitahati
According to the 2011 Census, Char Sitahati village had a total population of 472 people, including 256 males and 216 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.53%, with male literacy at 58.67% and female literacy at 60.49%.
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 | 472 | 256 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 31 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 132 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 124 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Char Sitahati
Char Sitahati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Char Dattabati | South-West | 0.44 km |
| Fulbagan | North-East | 0.77 km |
| Char Sriharipur | East | 1.32 km |
| Gobra | South | 1.42 km |
| Dattabati | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Shiruli | North | 1.69 km |
| Naliapur | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Naihati | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Chhutipur | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Paschim Sujapur | West | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Char Sitahati
Char Sitahati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Naba Gram Kanku, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Krishnanagar to Char Sitahati is about 58.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Char Sitahati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Char Sitahati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Char Sitahati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Char Sitahati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Char Sitahati
Where is Char Sitahati located?
Char Sitahati village is located in Kaliganj Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Char Sitahati?
The Gram Panchayat of Char Sitahati is Gobra.
What is the pincode of Char Sitahati?
The pincode of Char Sitahati is 741156.
What is the population of Char Sitahati?
Char Sitahati had a total population of 472, including 256 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Char Sitahati?
Char Sitahati had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Char Sitahati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Char Sitahati was 59.53%. Male literacy was 58.67% and female literacy was 60.49%.