Satkenduri (P) - Dubrajpur, Birbhum
Satkenduri (P) is a village situated in the Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dubrajpur and around 19.3 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Hetampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Satkenduri (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satkenduri (P) is 318196. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.6 hectares and falls under the 731123 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Satkenduri (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dubrajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satkenduri (P)
As per Census 2011, Satkenduri (P) village has a total population of 630 people, consisting of 321 males and 309 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 281 literate and 349 illiterate residents. Additionally, 288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 152 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Satkenduri (P) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 630 | 321 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 140 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 83 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 170 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 151 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Satkenduri (P)
Satkenduri (P) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohanpur (p) | South | 1.44 km |
| Srichandrapur | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Bhabanipur | North | 1.63 km |
| Sagar | East | 1.67 km |
| Maniram | North | 1.75 km |
| Bandhershol | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Hetampur | South | 2.48 km |
| Milanchak | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Chandrapur | South | 2.69 km |
| Andarbani | South-West | 2.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Satkenduri (P)
Satkenduri (P) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dubrajpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dubrajpur to Satkenduri (P) is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Satkenduri (P) is about 19.3 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satkenduri (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satkenduri (P) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Satkenduri (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satkenduri (P) 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Satkenduri (P)
Where is Satkenduri (P) located?
Satkenduri (P) village is located in Dubrajpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Satkenduri (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Satkenduri (P) is Hetampur.
What is the pincode of Satkenduri (P)?
The pincode of Satkenduri (P) is 731123.
What is the population of Satkenduri (P)?
Satkenduri (P) has a total population of 630, including 321 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Satkenduri (P)?
There are 137 households in Satkenduri (P).
What is the literacy rate in Satkenduri (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satkenduri (P) is 44.60%. Male literacy is 52.96% and female literacy is 35.92%.