Santanu

Santanu is a village located in Rangat tehsil of North & Middle Andaman district in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India. It is situated 46km away from sub-district headquarter Rangat (tehsildar office) and 116km away from district headquarter Mayabunder. As per 2009 stats, Uttara is the gram panchayat of Santanu village.

Santanu has its own place in the vibrant North & Middle Andaman 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 Santanu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santanu is 645370. The village spans a total geographical area of 244.11 hectares. Port Blair is nearest town to Santanu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 130km away.

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Population of Santanu

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,202 602 600
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 141 67 74
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 29 13 16
Literate Population 901 470 431
Illiterate Population 301 132 169

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

  • The total population of Santanu village is around 1,202, including approximately 602 males and 600 females, with a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 141 children aged 0–6 years in Santanu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Santanu village has 29 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Santanu village is about 74.96%, with male literacy at 78.07% and female literacy at 71.83%.
  • There are around 329 households in Santanu village.

Connectivity of Santanu

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

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

Nearby Villages of Santanu

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

Kaushalyanagar Saktigarh Bangaon Yeratiljig Kadamtala Uttara Long Island Strait Island Adojig Bejoygarh Udhaygarh

Frequently Asked Questions about Santanu

Where is Santanu located?
Santanu village is situated in Rangat Tehsil, within the North & Middle Andaman district of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santanu?
The Gram Panchayat of Santanu is Uttara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Santanu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santanu is 1,202, with 602 males and 600 females.
How many households are there in Santanu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Santanu village has a total of 329 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santanu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santanu is 74.96%. The male literacy rate is 78.07%, while the female literacy rate is 71.83%.