Santanu (Rv) - Rangat, North And Middle Andaman
Santanu (Rv) is a village situated in the Rangat taluka of North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 46 km from Rangat and around 116 km from Mayabunder. Uttara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santanu (Rv) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santanu (Rv) is 645370. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.11 hectares and falls under the 744209 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Santanu (Rv) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santanu (Rv)
According to the 2011 Census, Santanu (Rv) village had a total population of 1,202 people, including 602 males and 600 females, living in 329 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.92%, with male literacy at 87.85% and female literacy at 81.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
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 | 1,202 | 602 | 600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 67 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 901 | 470 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 132 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Santanu (Rv)
Santanu (Rv) 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 Santanu (Rv)
Santanu (Rv) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Santanu (Rv) is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mayabunder to Santanu (Rv) is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santanu (Rv)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santanu (Rv) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Santanu (Rv)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santanu (Rv) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santanu (Rv)
Where is Santanu (Rv) located?
Santanu (Rv) village is located in Rangat Taluka, North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santanu (Rv)?
The Gram Panchayat of Santanu (Rv) is Uttara.
What is the pincode of Santanu (Rv)?
The pincode of Santanu (Rv) is 744209.
What is the population of Santanu (Rv)?
Santanu (Rv) had a total population of 1,202, including 602 males and 600 females.
How many households are there in Santanu (Rv)?
Santanu (Rv) had 329 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santanu (Rv)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santanu (Rv) was 84.92%. Male literacy was 87.85% and female literacy was 81.94%.