Satilokgiri - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Satilokgiri is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satilokgiri is 275614. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Satilokgiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satilokgiri
According to the 2011 Census, Satilokgiri village had a total population of 130 people, including 67 males and 63 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.36%, with male literacy at 86.44% and female literacy at 73.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 127.
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 | 130 | 67 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 66 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 51 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 16 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Satilokgiri
Satilokgiri 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 Satilokgiri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Satilokgiri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Baghmara to Satilokgiri is about 59 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 Satilokgiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satilokgiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Satilokgiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satilokgiri 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 Satilokgiri
Where is Satilokgiri located?
Satilokgiri village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Satilokgiri?
The pincode of Satilokgiri is 794005.
What is the population of Satilokgiri?
Satilokgiri had a total population of 130, including 67 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Satilokgiri?
Satilokgiri had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satilokgiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satilokgiri was 80.36%. Male literacy was 86.44% and female literacy was 73.58%.