Sathar - Pajhota, Sirmaur
Sathar is a village situated in the Pajhota tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 138 km from Nahan. Chandol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sathar is 022539. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Sathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sathar
According to the 2011 Census, Sathar village had a total population of 224 people, including 121 males and 103 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 851 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.95%, with male literacy at 99.00% and female literacy at 96.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79.
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 | 224 | 121 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 21 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 99 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 22 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Sathar
Sathar 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 Sathar
Sathar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Nahan to Sathar is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sathar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sathar 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 Sathar
Where is Sathar located?
Sathar village is located in Pajhota Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sathar is Chandol.
What is the pincode of Sathar?
The pincode of Sathar is 173024.
What is the population of Sathar?
Sathar had a total population of 224, including 121 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Sathar?
Sathar had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sathar was 97.95%. Male literacy was 99.00% and female literacy was 96.84%.