Satkharia - Tarapur, Munger
Satkharia is a village situated in the Tarapur subdivision of Munger district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarapur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Munger. Parbhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Satkharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satkharia is 243150. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 813221 pincode. Munger is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Satkharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Satkharia
According to the 2011 Census, Satkharia village had a total population of 335 people, including 178 males and 157 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.98%, with male literacy at 69.06% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68.
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 | 335 | 178 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 39 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 96 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 82 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Satkharia
Satkharia 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 Satkharia
Satkharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Munger to Satkharia is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satkharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satkharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Satkharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satkharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Satkharia
Where is Satkharia located?
Satkharia village is located in Tarapur Subdivision, Munger district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Satkharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Satkharia is Parbhara.
What is the pincode of Satkharia?
The pincode of Satkharia is 813221.
What is the population of Satkharia?
Satkharia had a total population of 335, including 178 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Satkharia?
Satkharia had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satkharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satkharia was 56.98%. Male literacy was 69.06% and female literacy was 42.86%.