Satkor - Vikramgad, Palghar
Satkor is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Vikramgad and around 95 km from Thane. Satkor village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satkor is 551786. The village covers a total geographical area of 435.21 hectares and falls under the 401605 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Satkor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satkor
According to the 2011 Census, Satkor village had a total population of 1,464 people, including 709 males and 755 females, living in 278 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.88%, with male literacy at 84.42% and female literacy at 56.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,457.
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 | 1,464 | 709 | 755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 125 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,457 | 705 | 752 |
| Literate Population | 856 | 493 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 216 | 392 |
Nearby Villages of Satkor
Satkor 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 Satkor
Satkor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jawhar to Satkor is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Satkor is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satkor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satkor 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Satkor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satkor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Satkor
Where is Satkor located?
Satkor village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Satkor?
Satkor is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Satkor?
The pincode of Satkor is 401605.
What is the population of Satkor?
Satkor had a total population of 1,464, including 709 males and 755 females.
How many households are there in Satkor?
Satkor had 278 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satkor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satkor was 69.88%. Male literacy was 84.42% and female literacy was 56.63%.