Santi Nagar - Diglipur, North And Middle Andaman
Santi Nagar is a village situated in the Diglipur taluka of North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 22 km from Diglipur and around 92 km from Mayabunder. Gandhi Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santi Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santi Nagar is 645254. The village falls under the 744202 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 323 km away.
Santi Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santi Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Santi Nagar village had a total population of 239 people, including 128 males and 111 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.38%, with male literacy at 85.05% and female literacy at 62.50%.
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 | 239 | 128 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 91 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 37 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Santi Nagar
Santi Nagar 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 Santi Nagar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Santi Nagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Santi Nagar is about 323 km, with a usual travel time of around ~9.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mayabunder to Santi Nagar is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santi Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santi Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Santi Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santi Nagar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santi Nagar
Where is Santi Nagar located?
Santi Nagar village is located in Diglipur Taluka, North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santi Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Santi Nagar is Gandhi Nagar.
What is the pincode of Santi Nagar?
The pincode of Santi Nagar is 744202.
What is the population of Santi Nagar?
Santi Nagar had a total population of 239, including 128 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Santi Nagar?
Santi Nagar had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santi Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santi Nagar was 74.38%. Male literacy was 85.05% and female literacy was 62.50%.