Satarda - Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Satarda is a village situated in the Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawantwadi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Satarda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satarda is 566919. The village covers a total geographical area of 1324.1 hectares and falls under the 416514 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Satarda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satarda
As per Census 2011, Satarda village has a total population of 2,737 people, consisting of 1,372 males and 1,365 females. The village has 627 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,186 literate and 551 illiterate residents. Additionally, 175 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Satarda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,737 | 1,372 | 1,365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 137 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 79 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,186 | 1,161 | 1,025 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 211 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Satarda
Satarda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Satose | East | 2.16 km |
| Sateli Tarf Satarda | West | 3.15 km |
| Kavthani | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Aros | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Madure | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Padlos | North | 4.60 km |
| Kas | North-East | 4.85 km |
| Kinale | West | 5.13 km |
| Dandeli | North-West | 5.47 km |
| Talawane | West | 5.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Satarda
Satarda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pernem, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.3 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawantwadi to Satarda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Satarda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satarda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Satarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satarda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Satarda
Where is Satarda located?
Satarda village is located in Sawantwadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Satarda?
Satarda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Satarda?
The pincode of Satarda is 416514.
What is the population of Satarda?
Satarda has a total population of 2,737, including 1,372 males and 1,365 females.
How many households are there in Satarda?
There are 627 households in Satarda.
What is the literacy rate in Satarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satarda is 79.87%. Male literacy is 84.62% and female literacy is 75.09%.