Sathon - Porsa, Morena
Sathon is a village situated in the Porsa tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Porsa and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Santhon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sathon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sathon is 452067. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 476115 pincode. Porsa is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sathon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sathon
As per Census 2011, Sathon village has a total population of 1,723 people, consisting of 913 males and 810 females. The village has 372 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,127 literate and 596 illiterate residents. Additionally, 560 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sathon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,723 | 913 | 810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 154 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 560 | 286 | 274 |
| Literate Population | 1,127 | 679 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 234 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Sathon
Sathon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khadiya Porsa | West | 1.27 km |
| Bahorpura | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Lalpura | East | 2.13 km |
| Ratha | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Karsanda | West | 2.59 km |
| Kherli Porsa | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Kuraitha | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Sherpura | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Sarupura (sadhu Ka Pura) | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Raipura | West | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sathon
Sathon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Soni, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.4 km.
| 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 Porsa to Sathon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Sathon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sathon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sathon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sathon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sathon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sathon
Where is Sathon located?
Sathon village is located in Porsa Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sathon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sathon is Santhon.
What is the pincode of Sathon?
The pincode of Sathon is 476115.
What is the population of Sathon?
Sathon has a total population of 1,723, including 913 males and 810 females.
How many households are there in Sathon?
There are 372 households in Sathon.
What is the literacy rate in Sathon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sathon is 65.41%. Male literacy is 74.37% and female literacy is 55.31%.