Sathi - Lauriya, Pashchim Champaran
Sathi is a village situated in the Lauriya subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lauriya and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Sathi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sathi is 216819. The village covers a total geographical area of 386.46 hectares and falls under the 845449 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sathi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lauriya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sathi
As per Census 2011, Sathi village has a total population of 5,694 people, consisting of 2,985 males and 2,709 females. The village has 966 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,587 literate and 3,107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 803 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sathi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,694 | 2,985 | 2,709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,264 | 661 | 603 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 803 | 431 | 372 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,587 | 1,545 | 1,042 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,107 | 1,440 | 1,667 |
Nearby Villages of Sathi
Sathi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhataura | East | 1.06 km |
| Barwa Kalan | West | 1.81 km |
| Raybarwa | North | 1.87 km |
| Lachhnauta | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Dumdumuwa | East | 2.04 km |
| Dharampur | West | 2.06 km |
| Somgarh | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Satwaria | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Birit Gonahi | West | 3.01 km |
| Gonahi | West | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sathi
Sathi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rameshwar Nagar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Sathi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Sathi is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sathi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sathi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sathi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sathi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sathi
Where is Sathi located?
Sathi village is located in Lauriya Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sathi?
Sathi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sathi?
The pincode of Sathi is 845449.
What is the population of Sathi?
Sathi has a total population of 5,694, including 2,985 males and 2,709 females.
How many households are there in Sathi?
There are 966 households in Sathi.
What is the literacy rate in Sathi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sathi is 45.43%. Male literacy is 51.76% and female literacy is 38.46%.