Satapada - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Satapada is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Satapada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satapada is 516463. The village covers a total geographical area of 1478.35 hectares and falls under the 364265 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Satapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satapada
According to the 2011 Census, Satapada village had a total population of 2,356 people, including 1,183 males and 1,173 females, living in 459 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.21%, with male literacy at 84.64% and female literacy at 66.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 286.
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 | 2,356 | 1,183 | 1,173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 135 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 148 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,602 | 887 | 715 |
| Illiterate Population | 754 | 296 | 458 |
Nearby Villages of Satapada
Satapada 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 Satapada
Public transport in the Satapada is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Satapada is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Satapada is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Satapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Satapada
Where is Satapada located?
Satapada village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Satapada?
Satapada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Satapada?
The pincode of Satapada is 364265.
What is the population of Satapada?
Satapada had a total population of 2,356, including 1,183 males and 1,173 females.
How many households are there in Satapada?
Satapada had 459 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satapada was 75.21%. Male literacy was 84.64% and female literacy was 66.08%.