Satsan - Dantiwada, Banas Kantha
Satsan is a village situated in the Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dantiwada and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Satsan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satsan is 507697. The village covers a total geographical area of 1311.77 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Satsan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satsan
According to the 2011 Census, Satsan village had a total population of 2,422 people, including 1,266 males and 1,156 females, living in 381 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.54%, with male literacy at 70.00% and female literacy at 40.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 204, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 57.
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 | 2,422 | 1,266 | 1,156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 427 | 236 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 106 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 1,108 | 721 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,314 | 545 | 769 |
Nearby Villages of Satsan
Satsan 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 Satsan
Satsan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Satsan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Satsan is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Satsan is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satsan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satsan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Satsan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satsan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Satsan
Where is Satsan located?
Satsan village is located in Dantiwada Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Satsan?
Satsan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Satsan?
The pincode of Satsan is 385545.
What is the population of Satsan?
Satsan had a total population of 2,422, including 1,266 males and 1,156 females.
How many households are there in Satsan?
Satsan had 381 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satsan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satsan was 55.54%. Male literacy was 70.00% and female literacy was 40.10%.