Satkama - Kochinda, Sambalpur
Satkama is a village situated in the Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochinda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Kuturuchuan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Satkama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satkama is 381504. The village covers a total geographical area of 810 hectares and falls under the 768222 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Satkama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satkama
As per Census 2011, Satkama village has a total population of 1,800 people, consisting of 878 males and 922 females. The village has 518 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,075 literate and 725 illiterate residents. Additionally, 550 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 394 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Satkama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,800 | 878 | 922 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 85 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 550 | 265 | 285 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 394 | 182 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 1,075 | 606 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 725 | 272 | 453 |
Nearby Villages of Satkama
Satkama 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuturachuan | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Kindira | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Panpali | North | 2.23 km |
| Tileimal (b) | West | 2.68 km |
| Kirasasan | South | 2.75 km |
| Hadipalikudopali | North | 3.26 km |
| Sinkalposhi | East | 3.61 km |
| Lasa | South | 4.03 km |
| Purunapani | South-West | 4.16 km |
| Lariapali | North-West | 4.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Satkama
Satkama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panpali, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Satkama is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Satkama is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satkama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satkama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Satkama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satkama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Satkama
Where is Satkama located?
Satkama village is located in Kochinda Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Satkama?
The Gram Panchayat of Satkama is Kuturuchuan.
What is the pincode of Satkama?
The pincode of Satkama is 768222.
What is the population of Satkama?
Satkama has a total population of 1,800, including 878 males and 922 females.
How many households are there in Satkama?
There are 518 households in Satkama.
What is the literacy rate in Satkama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satkama is 59.72%. Male literacy is 69.02% and female literacy is 50.87%.