Sitalpur - Contai - I, Purba Medinipur
Sitalpur is a village situated in the Contai - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Dulalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitalpur is 346085. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.1 hectares and falls under the 721433 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sitalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sitalpur
As per Census 2011, Sitalpur village has a total population of 700 people, consisting of 341 males and 359 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 471 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 700 | 341 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 257 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 84 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Sitalpur
Sitalpur 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 Sitalpur
Sitalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Sitalpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai to Sitalpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sitalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sitalpur
Where is Sitalpur located?
Sitalpur village is located in Contai - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitalpur is Dulalpur.
What is the pincode of Sitalpur?
The pincode of Sitalpur is 721433.
What is the population of Sitalpur?
Sitalpur has a total population of 700, including 341 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Sitalpur?
There are 145 households in Sitalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sitalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitalpur is 67.29%. Male literacy is 75.37% and female literacy is 59.61%.