Satghara - Amarpur, Banka
Satghara is a village situated in the Amarpur subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Bhikhanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Satghara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satghara is 240631. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 813101 pincode. Amarpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Satghara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Satghara
According to the 2011 Census, Satghara village had a total population of 983 people, including 525 males and 458 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.33%, with male literacy at 53.75% and female literacy at 37.54%.
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 | 983 | 525 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 112 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 222 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 630 | 303 | 327 |
Nearby Villages of Satghara
Satghara 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 Satghara
Public transport in the Satghara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Satghara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarpur to Satghara is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Satghara is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satghara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satghara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Satghara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satghara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Satghara
Where is Satghara located?
Satghara village is located in Amarpur Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Satghara?
The Gram Panchayat of Satghara is Bhikhanpur.
What is the pincode of Satghara?
The pincode of Satghara is 813101.
What is the population of Satghara?
Satghara had a total population of 983, including 525 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Satghara?
Satghara had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satghara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satghara was 46.33%. Male literacy was 53.75% and female literacy was 37.54%.