Sathara - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Sathara is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Sathara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sathara is 516604. The village covers a total geographical area of 658.56 hectares and falls under the 364150 pincode. Alang is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sathara
According to the 2011 Census, Sathara village had a total population of 3,903 people, including 1,976 males and 1,927 females, living in 716 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.91%, with male literacy at 86.04% and female literacy at 65.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 171, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 3,903 | 1,976 | 1,927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 491 | 264 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 71 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,590 | 1,473 | 1,117 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,313 | 503 | 810 |
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
Sathara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alang to Sathara is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Sathara is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sathara
Where is Sathara located?
Sathara village is located in Talaja 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 364150.
What is the population of Sathara?
Sathara had a total population of 3,903, including 1,976 males and 1,927 females.
How many households are there in Sathara?
Sathara had 716 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sathara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sathara was 75.91%. Male literacy was 86.04% and female literacy was 65.71%.