Santhari - Hukumpeta, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Santhari is a village situated in the Hukumpeta mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Hukumpeta and around 152 km from Visakhapatnam. Santhari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santhari is 584522. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 531077 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Santhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santhari
According to the 2011 Census, Santhari village had a total population of 358 people, including 187 males and 171 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.82%, with male literacy at 71.78% and female literacy at 34.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 344.
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 | 358 | 187 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 180 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 117 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 70 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Santhari
Santhari 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 Santhari
Santhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Anakapalle to Santhari is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Santhari is about 152 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Santhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santhari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Santhari
Where is Santhari located?
Santhari village is located in Hukumpeta Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santhari?
Santhari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Santhari?
The pincode of Santhari is 531077.
What is the population of Santhari?
Santhari had a total population of 358, including 187 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Santhari?
Santhari had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santhari was 53.82%. Male literacy was 71.78% and female literacy was 34.44%.