Satora - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Satora is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Barauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Satora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satora is 187288. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.1 hectares and falls under the 273406 pincode. Sikariganj is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Satora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satora
According to the 2011 Census, Satora village had a total population of 423 people, including 212 males and 211 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.09%, with male literacy at 81.21% and female literacy at 43.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 250.
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 | 423 | 212 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 128 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 134 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 78 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Satora
Satora 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 Satora
Public transport in the Satora is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sikariganj to Satora is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Satora is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Satora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Satora
Where is Satora located?
Satora village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Satora?
The Gram Panchayat of Satora is Barauli.
What is the pincode of Satora?
The pincode of Satora is 273406.
What is the population of Satora?
Satora had a total population of 423, including 212 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Satora?
Satora had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satora was 62.09%. Male literacy was 81.21% and female literacy was 43.53%.