Satgachhia - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Satgachhia is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.5 km from Dongaria and around 27.9 km from Alipore. Satgachhia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satgachhia is 333330. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.09 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshinraipur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Satgachhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satgachhia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satgachhia
According to the 2011 Census, Satgachhia village had a total population of 2,129 people, including 1,131 males and 998 females, living in 548 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.74%, with male literacy at 89.42% and female literacy at 77.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 295.
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 | 2,129 | 1,131 | 998 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 101 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 154 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,627 | 921 | 706 |
| Illiterate Population | 502 | 210 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Satgachhia
Satgachhia 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 Satgachhia
Public transport in the Satgachhia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Satgachhia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dakshinraipur to Satgachhia is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Satgachhia is about 27.9 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 Satgachhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satgachhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Satgachhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satgachhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Satgachhia
Where is Satgachhia located?
Satgachhia village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Satgachhia?
Satgachhia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Satgachhia?
The pincode of Satgachhia is 743318.
What is the population of Satgachhia?
Satgachhia had a total population of 2,129, including 1,131 males and 998 females.
How many households are there in Satgachhia?
Satgachhia had 548 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satgachhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satgachhia was 83.74%. Male literacy was 89.42% and female literacy was 77.33%.