Satoora - Aripal, Pulwama
Satoora is a village situated in the Aripal tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Tral and around 40 km from Pulwama. Satoora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satoora is 003034. The village covers a total geographical area of 573.8 hectares and falls under the 192122 pincode. Tral is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Satoora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tral Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satoora
As per Census 2011, Satoora village has a total population of 2,920 people, consisting of 1,462 males and 1,458 females. The village has 531 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 509 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,234 literate and 1,686 illiterate residents. Additionally, 832 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Satoora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,920 | 1,462 | 1,458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 509 | 258 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 832 | 431 | 401 |
| Literate Population | 1,234 | 767 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,686 | 695 | 991 |
Nearby Villages of Satoora
Satoora 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 Satoora
Satoora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Tral to Satoora is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Satoora is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satoora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satoora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Satoora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satoora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Satoora
Where is Satoora located?
Satoora village is located in Aripal Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Satoora?
Satoora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Satoora?
The pincode of Satoora is 192122.
What is the population of Satoora?
Satoora has a total population of 2,920, including 1,462 males and 1,458 females.
How many households are there in Satoora?
There are 531 households in Satoora.
What is the literacy rate in Satoora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satoora is 42.26%. Male literacy is 52.46% and female literacy is 32.03%.