Satkunda - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Satkunda is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from Santrampur and around 60 km from Godhra. Satkunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satkunda is 518133. The village covers a total geographical area of 925.74 hectares and falls under the 389260 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Satkunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morva hadaf Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satkunda
According to the 2011 Census, Satkunda village had a total population of 1,541 people, including 792 males and 749 females, living in 290 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.61%, with male literacy at 80.78% and female literacy at 55.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,128.
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 | 1,541 | 792 | 749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 126 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,128 | 572 | 556 |
| Literate Population | 894 | 538 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 647 | 254 | 393 |
Nearby Villages of Satkunda
Satkunda 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 Satkunda
Satkunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Santrampur to Satkunda is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Satkunda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satkunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satkunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Satkunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satkunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Satkunda
Where is Satkunda located?
Satkunda village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Satkunda?
Satkunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Satkunda?
The pincode of Satkunda is 389260.
What is the population of Satkunda?
Satkunda had a total population of 1,541, including 792 males and 749 females.
How many households are there in Satkunda?
Satkunda had 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satkunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satkunda was 68.61%. Male literacy was 80.78% and female literacy was 55.89%.