Satengal - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Satengal is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 76 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Satengal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satengal is 044297. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.82 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Dehradun is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Satengal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satengal
According to the 2011 Census, Satengal village had a total population of 899 people, including 473 males and 426 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.68%, with male literacy at 89.37% and female literacy at 64.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 899 | 473 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 78 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 353 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 120 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Satengal
Satengal 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 Satengal
Satengal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dehradun to Satengal is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Satengal is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satengal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satengal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Satengal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satengal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Satengal
Where is Satengal located?
Satengal village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Satengal?
Satengal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Satengal?
The pincode of Satengal is 249180.
What is the population of Satengal?
Satengal had a total population of 899, including 473 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Satengal?
Satengal had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satengal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satengal was 77.68%. Male literacy was 89.37% and female literacy was 64.92%.