Satnaur - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Satnaur is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Satnaur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satnaur is 031959. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 144525 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Satnaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satnaur
As per Census 2011, Satnaur village has a total population of 1,997 people, consisting of 1,008 males and 989 females. The village has 428 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,519 literate and 478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,086 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Satnaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,997 | 1,008 | 989 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 114 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,086 | 551 | 535 |
| Literate Population | 1,519 | 797 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 211 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Satnaur
Satnaur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salempur | East | 1.04 km |
| Padrana | West | 1.43 km |
| Bihran | North | 1.68 km |
| Badesron | South | 1.69 km |
| Dansiwal | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Pakhowal | North | 2.10 km |
| Golian | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Jiwanpur Gujran | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Rampur Khurak | West | 2.80 km |
| Bhajjal | South-East | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Satnaur
Satnaur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Satnaur Badesron, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Satnaur is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satnaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satnaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Satnaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satnaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Satnaur
Where is Satnaur located?
Satnaur village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Satnaur?
Satnaur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Satnaur?
The pincode of Satnaur is 144525.
What is the population of Satnaur?
Satnaur has a total population of 1,997, including 1,008 males and 989 females.
How many households are there in Satnaur?
There are 428 households in Satnaur.
What is the literacy rate in Satnaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satnaur is 76.06%. Male literacy is 79.07% and female literacy is 73.00%.