Satjalia - Gosaba, South 24 Parganas
Satjalia is a village situated in the Gosaba subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.5 km from Gosaba and around 100 km from Alipore. Satjelia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Satjalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satjalia is 335162. The village covers a total geographical area of 965.9 hectares and falls under the 743370 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Satjalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Satjalia
According to the 2011 Census, Satjalia village had a total population of 8,757 people, including 4,490 males and 4,267 females, living in 2,090 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.81%, with male literacy at 87.21% and female literacy at 72.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6,459, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 752.
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 | 8,757 | 4,490 | 4,267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 901 | 487 | 414 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6,459 | 3,319 | 3,140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 752 | 381 | 371 |
| Literate Population | 6,270 | 3,491 | 2,779 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,487 | 999 | 1,488 |
Nearby Villages of Satjalia
Satjalia 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 Satjalia
Satjalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Canning to Satjalia is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Satjalia is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satjalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satjalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Satjalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satjalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Satjalia
Where is Satjalia located?
Satjalia village is located in Gosaba Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Satjalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Satjalia is Satjelia.
What is the pincode of Satjalia?
The pincode of Satjalia is 743370.
What is the population of Satjalia?
Satjalia had a total population of 8,757, including 4,490 males and 4,267 females.
How many households are there in Satjalia?
Satjalia had 2,090 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satjalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satjalia was 79.81%. Male literacy was 87.21% and female literacy was 72.13%.