Satia - Litipara, Pakur
Satia is a village situated in the Litipara subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Litipara and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Pakaur. Sonadhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Satia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satia is 359899. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 816104 pincode.
Satia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Satia
According to the 2011 Census, Satia village had a total population of 461 people, including 235 males and 226 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.73%, with male literacy at 70.71% and female literacy at 47.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 460.
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 | 461 | 235 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 37 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 460 | 234 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 140 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 95 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Satia
Satia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Makbhita | West | 0.71 km |
| Belmapahar | North-East | 0.80 km |
| Satiapahar | East | 0.87 km |
| Kisuntanr | North | 0.92 km |
| Biripahar | South | 1.04 km |
| Rajabhita | North-West | 1.08 km |
| Kaspahar | West | 1.16 km |
| Kishbhita | North-East | 1.22 km |
| Makhbhita | East | 1.27 km |
| Charaknarapahar | South-West | 1.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Satia
Public transport in the Satia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barharwa Jn, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pakaur to Satia 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 Satia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Satia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satia 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Satia
Where is Satia located?
Satia village is located in Litipara Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Satia?
The Gram Panchayat of Satia is Sonadhani.
What is the pincode of Satia?
The pincode of Satia is 816104.
What is the population of Satia?
Satia had a total population of 461, including 235 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Satia?
Satia had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satia was 59.73%. Male literacy was 70.71% and female literacy was 47.46%.