Satiyana - Pokhari, Chamoli
Satiyana is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Satiyana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satiyana is 041166. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.86 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Satiyana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satiyana
According to the 2011 Census, Satiyana village had a total population of 141 people, including 63 males and 78 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,238 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.40%, with male literacy at 90.20% and female literacy at 65.33%.
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 | 141 | 63 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 46 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 17 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Satiyana
Satiyana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thalabair | North-East | 1.07 km |
| Tali Kansari | West | 1.10 km |
| Kailab | South | 1.13 km |
| Nautha | East | 1.38 km |
| Harishankar | South | 1.57 km |
| Ganiyala | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Parwatipur | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Kimkholi | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Sera | West | 2.69 km |
| Pithatoli | East | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Satiyana
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Satiyana. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Karnaprayag to Satiyana is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Satiyana is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satiyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satiyana 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Satiyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satiyana 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Satiyana
Where is Satiyana located?
Satiyana village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Satiyana?
Satiyana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Satiyana?
The pincode of Satiyana is 246473.
What is the population of Satiyana?
Satiyana had a total population of 141, including 63 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Satiyana?
Satiyana had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satiyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satiyana was 75.40%. Male literacy was 90.20% and female literacy was 65.33%.