Satakhanda
Satakhanda is a village located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.2km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Satakhanda village. As per 2009 stats, Amritakhand is the gram panchayat of Satakhanda village.
Here you can discover what makes Satakhanda unique in its vibrant Balurghat-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Satakhanda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Satakhanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Satakhanda is 311329. The village spans a total geographical area of 97.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733103. Balurghat is nearest town to Satakhanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Satakhanda village comes under Balurghat assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Satakhanda
Population of Satakhanda
According to the 2011 Census, Satakhanda has a total population of about 540, with approximately 278 males and 262 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 64 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 269 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 184. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.04%, with male literacy at about 78.78% and female literacy near 64.89%. There are around 128 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Satakhanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 540 | 278 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 28 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 140 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 93 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 219 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 59 | 92 |
Connectivity of Satakhanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Satakhanda. As per the 2011 stats, Satakhanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Satakhanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Satakhanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Satakhanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Satakhanda
- Where is Satakhanda located?
- Satakhanda village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Satakhanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Satakhanda is Amritakhand (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Satakhanda?
- The pincode of Satakhanda is 733103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Satakhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Satakhanda is 540, with 278 males and 262 females.
- How many households are there in Satakhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Satakhanda village has a total of 128 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Satakhanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Satakhanda is 72.04%. The male literacy rate is 78.78%, while the female literacy rate is 64.89%.