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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Satoora village had a total population of 2,920 people, including 1,462 males and 1,458 females, living in 531 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.18%, with male literacy at 63.70% and female literacy at 38.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 832.
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 | 2,920 | 1,462 | 1,458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 509 | 258 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Satoora?
Satoora is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Satoora?
The pincode of Satoora is 192122.
What is the population of Satoora?
Satoora had a total population of 2,920, including 1,462 males and 1,458 females.
How many households are there in Satoora?
Satoora had 531 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satoora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satoora was 51.18%. Male literacy was 63.70% and female literacy was 38.69%.