Satgara - Singur, Hooghly
Satgara is a village situated in the Singur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.7 km from Singur. Basubati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Satgara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satgara is 325509. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.95 hectares and falls under the 712409 pincode. Serampur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Satgara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haripal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satgara
According to the 2011 Census, Satgara village had a total population of 279 people, including 122 males and 157 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,287 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.68%, with male literacy at 87.27% and female literacy at 79.17%.
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 | 279 | 122 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 96 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 26 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Satgara
Satgara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanyahana | West | 1.23 km |
| Santoshbati | East | 1.24 km |
| Rajarambati | South | 1.43 km |
| Mostafapur | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Enayetpur | North | 1.84 km |
| Srirampur | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Baje Dhanyahana | East | 1.89 km |
| Lakshmanpur | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Bhola | North | 1.94 km |
| Gushkara | North-West | 2.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Satgara
Satgara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balarambati, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Serampur to Satgara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satgara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satgara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Satgara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satgara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Satgara
Where is Satgara located?
Satgara village is located in Singur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Satgara?
The Gram Panchayat of Satgara is Basubati.
What is the pincode of Satgara?
The pincode of Satgara is 712409.
What is the population of Satgara?
Satgara had a total population of 279, including 122 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Satgara?
Satgara had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satgara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satgara was 82.68%. Male literacy was 87.27% and female literacy was 79.17%.