Sitapur - Daspur - II, Paschim Medinipur
Sitapur is a village situated in the Daspur - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Goura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitapur is 338018. The village covers a total geographical area of 397.94 hectares and falls under the 721154 pincode. Ghatal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sitapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sitapur
As per Census 2011, Sitapur village has a total population of 4,250 people, consisting of 2,021 males and 2,229 females. The village has 930 households and a sex ratio of 1,102 females per 1,000 males. There are 425 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,292 literate and 958 illiterate residents. Additionally, 976 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,250 | 2,021 | 2,229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 425 | 204 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 976 | 475 | 501 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,292 | 1,688 | 1,604 |
| Illiterate Population | 958 | 333 | 625 |
Nearby Villages of Sitapur
Sitapur 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 Sitapur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sitapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghatal to Sitapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sitapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sitapur
Where is Sitapur located?
Sitapur village is located in Daspur - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitapur is Goura.
What is the pincode of Sitapur?
The pincode of Sitapur is 721154.
What is the population of Sitapur?
Sitapur has a total population of 4,250, including 2,021 males and 2,229 females.
How many households are there in Sitapur?
There are 930 households in Sitapur.
What is the literacy rate in Sitapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitapur is 77.46%. Male literacy is 83.52% and female literacy is 71.96%.