Satsul - Bisoi, Mayurbhanj
Satsul is a village situated in the Bisoi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisoi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Luhakani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Satsul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satsul is 388061. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 757048 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Satsul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangriposi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satsul
According to the 2011 Census, Satsul village had a total population of 383 people, including 188 males and 195 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.03%, with male literacy at 77.58% and female literacy at 44.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 286.
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 | 383 | 188 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 138 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 128 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 60 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Satsul
Satsul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Handifuta | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Luhamalia | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Bholbeda | West | 1.30 km |
| Luhakani | North | 1.39 km |
| Laxmiposi | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Deodang | South | 1.74 km |
| Madhupur | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Kundra | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Thulukchatani | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Nuadihi | South | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Satsul
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Satsul. The nearest railway station is Bangriposi, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Rairangpur to Satsul is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Satsul 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 Satsul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satsul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Satsul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satsul 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 Satsul
Where is Satsul located?
Satsul village is located in Bisoi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Satsul?
The Gram Panchayat of Satsul is Luhakani.
What is the pincode of Satsul?
The pincode of Satsul is 757048.
What is the population of Satsul?
Satsul had a total population of 383, including 188 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Satsul?
Satsul had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satsul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satsul was 61.03%. Male literacy was 77.58% and female literacy was 44.58%.