Sitarampur - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Sitarampur is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 31.2 km from Ramganga and around 126.2 km from Alipore. G Plot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitarampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitarampur is 335409. The village covers a total geographical area of 624.9 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Sitarampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sitarampur
As per Census 2011, Sitarampur village has a total population of 4,388 people, consisting of 2,287 males and 2,101 females. The village has 1,062 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 487 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,373 literate and 1,015 illiterate residents. Additionally, 644 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitarampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,388 | 2,287 | 2,101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 487 | 246 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 644 | 319 | 325 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,373 | 1,870 | 1,503 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,015 | 417 | 598 |
Nearby Villages of Sitarampur
Sitarampur 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 Sitarampur
Sitarampur 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 Diamond Harbour to Sitarampur is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sitarampur is about 126.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitarampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitarampur 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 Sitarampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitarampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sitarampur
Where is Sitarampur located?
Sitarampur village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitarampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitarampur is G Plot.
What is the pincode of Sitarampur?
The pincode of Sitarampur is 743371.
What is the population of Sitarampur?
Sitarampur has a total population of 4,388, including 2,287 males and 2,101 females.
How many households are there in Sitarampur?
There are 1,062 households in Sitarampur.
What is the literacy rate in Sitarampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitarampur is 76.87%. Male literacy is 81.77% and female literacy is 71.54%.