Satephal - Purna, Parbhani
Satephal is a village situated in the Purna tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purna and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Satephal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satephal is 547209. The village covers a total geographical area of 866.32 hectares and falls under the 431511 pincode. Purna is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Satephal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Satephal
As per Census 2011, Satephal village has a total population of 2,528 people, consisting of 1,282 males and 1,246 females. The village has 392 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,609 literate and 919 illiterate residents. Additionally, 646 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Satephal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,528 | 1,282 | 1,246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 210 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 316 | 330 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,609 | 917 | 692 |
| Illiterate Population | 919 | 365 | 554 |
Nearby Villages of Satephal
Satephal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Runj | North | 1.91 km |
| Gunj | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Dhanora Motya | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Anteshwar | West | 2.98 km |
| Sonna | North | 3.74 km |
| Kawalgaon | East | 3.85 km |
| Rahati | West | 4.45 km |
| Changephal | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Dutka | West | 4.54 km |
| Pimpalgaon Likha | North-West | 5.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Satephal
Satephal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chudawa, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purna to Satephal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Satephal is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satephal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satephal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Satephal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satephal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Satephal
Where is Satephal located?
Satephal village is located in Purna Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Satephal?
Satephal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Satephal?
The pincode of Satephal is 431511.
What is the population of Satephal?
Satephal has a total population of 2,528, including 1,282 males and 1,246 females.
How many households are there in Satephal?
There are 392 households in Satephal.
What is the literacy rate in Satephal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satephal is 63.65%. Male literacy is 71.53% and female literacy is 55.54%.