Purba Satali - Kalchini, Alipurduar
Purba Satali is a village situated in the Kalchini subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.2 km from Hamiltanganj and around 94.9 km from Jalpaiguri . Satali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Satali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Satali is 307130. The village covers a total geographical area of 660.87 hectares and falls under the 735214 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purba Satali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purba Satali
As per Census 2011, Purba Satali village has a total population of 3,572 people, consisting of 1,770 males and 1,802 females. The village has 810 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 385 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,110 literate and 1,462 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,094 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Satali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,572 | 1,770 | 1,802 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 385 | 190 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 59 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,094 | 1,540 | 1,554 |
| Literate Population | 2,110 | 1,148 | 962 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,462 | 622 | 840 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Satali
Purba Satali 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 Purba Satali
Purba Satali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Purba Satali.
| 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 Alipurduar to Purba Satali is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Purba Satali is about 94.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Satali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Satali 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 Purba Satali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purba Satali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purba Satali
Where is Purba Satali located?
Purba Satali village is located in Kalchini Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Satali?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Satali is Satali.
What is the pincode of Purba Satali?
The pincode of Purba Satali is 735214.
What is the population of Purba Satali?
Purba Satali has a total population of 3,572, including 1,770 males and 1,802 females.
How many households are there in Purba Satali?
There are 810 households in Purba Satali.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Satali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Satali is 59.07%. Male literacy is 64.86% and female literacy is 53.39%.