Satkashi - Ukai, Tapi
Satkashi is a village situated in the Ukai taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from Songadh and around 48 km from Vyara. Satkashi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satkashi is 524549. The village covers a total geographical area of 4304.85 hectares and falls under the 393050 pincode. Ukai is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Satkashi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satkashi
As per Census 2011, Satkashi village has a total population of 3,742 people, consisting of 1,885 males and 1,857 females. The village has 795 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 680 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,356 literate and 2,386 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,736 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Satkashi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,742 | 1,885 | 1,857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 680 | 356 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,736 | 1,883 | 1,853 |
| Literate Population | 1,356 | 772 | 584 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,386 | 1,113 | 1,273 |
Nearby Villages of Satkashi
Satkashi 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 Satkashi
Public transport in the Satkashi 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 Ukai to Satkashi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Satkashi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satkashi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satkashi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Satkashi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satkashi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Satkashi
Where is Satkashi located?
Satkashi village is located in Ukai Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Satkashi?
Satkashi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Satkashi?
The pincode of Satkashi is 393050.
What is the population of Satkashi?
Satkashi has a total population of 3,742, including 1,885 males and 1,857 females.
How many households are there in Satkashi?
There are 795 households in Satkashi.
What is the literacy rate in Satkashi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satkashi is 36.24%. Male literacy is 40.95% and female literacy is 31.45%.