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.
Satakhanda has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Satakhanda
Below is a concise population overview of Satakhanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Satakhanda village:
- The total population of Satakhanda village is around 540, including approximately 278 males and 262 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 64 children aged 0–6 years in Satakhanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Satakhanda village has 269 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 184 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Satakhanda village is about 72.04%, with male literacy at 78.78% and female literacy at 64.89%.
- There are around 128 households in Satakhanda village.
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%.