Satkalja

Satkalja is a village located in Hura subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Hura (tehsildar office) and 26.2km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Lakhanpur is the gram panchayat of Satkalja village.

Satkalja has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Satkalja

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Satkalja is 330881. The village spans a total geographical area of 63.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723101. Purulia is nearest town to Satkalja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

When it comes to local governance, Satkalja village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kashipur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Purulia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Satkalja

Below is a concise population overview of Satkalja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 533 279 254
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 105 48 57
Scheduled Castes (SC) 532 278 254
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 194 120 74
Illiterate Population 339 159 180

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Satkalja village:

  • The total population of Satkalja village is around 533, including approximately 279 males and 254 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 105 children aged 0–6 years in Satkalja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Satkalja village has 532 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Satkalja village is about 36.40%, with male literacy at 43.01% and female literacy at 29.13%.
  • There are around 101 households in Satkalja village.

Connectivity of Satkalja

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Satkalja. As per the 2011 stats, Satkalja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Satkalja

Knowing the nearby villages of Satkalja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Satkalja.

Kapasgora Chakalta Madhuban Hura Keshabpur Palma Amghata Khairipihira Dholkata Deuli Kusumjuria Garurbasa

Frequently Asked Questions about Satkalja

Where is Satkalja located?
Satkalja village is situated in Hura Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Satkalja?
The Gram Panchayat of Satkalja is Lakhanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Satkalja?
The pincode of Satkalja is 723101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Satkalja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Satkalja is 533, with 279 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Satkalja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Satkalja village has a total of 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satkalja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Satkalja is 36.40%. The male literacy rate is 43.01%, while the female literacy rate is 29.13%.