Sitalia - Sandeshkhali - II, North 24 Parganas
Sitalia is a village situated in the Sandeshkhali - II subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.1 km from Kumarjola. Khulna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitalia is 323888. The village covers a total geographical area of 1172.78 hectares and falls under the 743446 pincode. Basirhat is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sitalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hingalganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sitalia
According to the 2011 Census, Sitalia village had a total population of 6,092 people, including 3,082 males and 3,010 females, living in 1,463 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.86%, with male literacy at 78.49% and female literacy at 62.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,608, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,051.
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 | 6,092 | 3,082 | 3,010 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 708 | 335 | 373 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,608 | 1,828 | 1,780 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,051 | 523 | 528 |
| Literate Population | 3,815 | 2,156 | 1,659 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,277 | 926 | 1,351 |
Nearby Villages of Sitalia
Sitalia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sitalia
Sitalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Basirhat to Sitalia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sitalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sitalia
Where is Sitalia located?
Sitalia village is located in Sandeshkhali - II Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sitalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitalia is Khulna.
What is the pincode of Sitalia?
The pincode of Sitalia is 743446.
What is the population of Sitalia?
Sitalia had a total population of 6,092, including 3,082 males and 3,010 females.
How many households are there in Sitalia?
Sitalia had 1,463 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sitalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitalia was 70.86%. Male literacy was 78.49% and female literacy was 62.91%.