Satpakhren - Pampore, Pulwama
Satpakhren is a village situated in the Pampore tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pampore and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Nagander serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Satpakhren village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satpakhren is 002962. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.7 hectares and falls under the 192121 pincode. Khrew is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Satpakhren village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pampore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satpakhren
According to the 2011 Census, Satpakhren village had a total population of 1,342 people, including 651 males and 691 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.27%, with male literacy at 67.45% and female literacy at 37.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 183.
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 | 1,342 | 651 | 691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 141 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 80 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 344 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 802 | 307 | 495 |
Nearby Villages of Satpakhren
Satpakhren 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 Satpakhren
Satpakhren 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khrew to Satpakhren is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Satpakhren is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satpakhren
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satpakhren village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Satpakhren
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satpakhren village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Satpakhren
Where is Satpakhren located?
Satpakhren village is located in Pampore Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Satpakhren?
The Halqa Panchayat of Satpakhren is Nagander.
What is the pincode of Satpakhren?
The pincode of Satpakhren is 192121.
What is the population of Satpakhren?
Satpakhren had a total population of 1,342, including 651 males and 691 females.
How many households are there in Satpakhren?
Satpakhren had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satpakhren?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satpakhren was 52.27%. Male literacy was 67.45% and female literacy was 37.48%.