Satkalja - Hura, Purulia
Satkalja is a village situated in the Hura subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20 km from Hura and around 26.2 km from Purulia. Lakhanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Satkalja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satkalja is 330881. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.2 hectares and falls under the 723130 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Satkalja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satkalja
As per Census 2011, Satkalja village has a total population of 533 people, consisting of 279 males and 254 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 194 literate and 339 illiterate residents. Additionally, 532 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Satkalja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 533 | 279 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 48 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 532 | 278 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 120 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 159 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Satkalja
Satkalja 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 Satkalja
Public transport in the Satkalja is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Satkalja is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Satkalja is about 26.2 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satkalja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satkalja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Satkalja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satkalja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Satkalja
Where is Satkalja located?
Satkalja village is located in Hura Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Satkalja?
The Gram Panchayat of Satkalja is Lakhanpur.
What is the pincode of Satkalja?
The pincode of Satkalja is 723130.
What is the population of Satkalja?
Satkalja has a total population of 533, including 279 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Satkalja?
There are 101 households in Satkalja.
What is the literacy rate in Satkalja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satkalja is 36.40%. Male literacy is 43.01% and female literacy is 29.13%.