Sathara - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Sathara is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Sathara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sathara is 516776. The village covers a total geographical area of 1191.9 hectares and falls under the 364290 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sathara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sathara
As per Census 2011, Sathara village has a total population of 3,462 people, consisting of 1,749 males and 1,713 females. The village has 581 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 508 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,838 literate and 1,624 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sathara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,462 | 1,749 | 1,713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 508 | 241 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,838 | 1,138 | 700 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,624 | 611 | 1,013 |
Nearby Villages of Sathara
Sathara 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 Sathara
Public transport in the Sathara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sathara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mahuva to Sathara is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Sathara is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sathara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sathara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sathara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sathara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sathara
Where is Sathara located?
Sathara village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sathara?
Sathara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sathara?
The pincode of Sathara is 364290.
What is the population of Sathara?
Sathara has a total population of 3,462, including 1,749 males and 1,713 females.
How many households are there in Sathara?
There are 581 households in Sathara.
What is the literacy rate in Sathara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sathara is 53.09%. Male literacy is 65.07% and female literacy is 40.86%.