Sathra
Sathra is a village located in Mandi tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Mandi (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Sathra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sathra unique in its vibrant Mandi-Punch region. You’ll see Sathra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sathra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sathra is 001160. The village spans a total geographical area of 366 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185102. Punch is nearest town to Sathra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sathra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Poonch Haveli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sathra
Population of Sathra
According to the 2011 Census, Sathra has a total population of about 2,131, with approximately 1,088 males and 1,043 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 473 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 325. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.78%, with male literacy at about 63.05% and female literacy near 44.10%. There are around 402 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sathra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,131 | 1,088 | 1,043 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 473 | 244 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 165 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 1,146 | 686 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 985 | 402 | 583 |
Connectivity of Sathra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sathra. As per the 2011 stats, Sathra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sathra
Knowing the nearby villages of Sathra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sathra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sathra
- Where is Sathra located?
- Sathra village is situated in Mandi Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sathra?
- Sathra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sathra?
- The pincode of Sathra is 185102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sathra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sathra is 2,131, with 1,088 males and 1,043 females.
- How many households are there in Sathra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sathra village has a total of 402 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sathra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sathra is 53.78%. The male literacy rate is 63.05%, while the female literacy rate is 44.10%.