Santhebidanur - Hindupur, Sri Sathya Sai
Santhebidanur is a village situated in the Hindupur mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Hindupur and around 116 km from Anantapur. Santhebidanur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santhebidanur is 595563. The village covers a total geographical area of 729 hectares and falls under the 515211 pincode. Hindupur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Santhebidanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santhebidanur
As per Census 2011, Santhebidanur village has a total population of 3,588 people, consisting of 1,796 males and 1,792 females. The village has 839 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 382 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,111 literate and 1,477 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santhebidanur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,588 | 1,796 | 1,792 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 206 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 120 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,111 | 1,163 | 948 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,477 | 633 | 844 |
Nearby Villages of Santhebidanur
Santhebidanur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Thungepalle | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Devarapalle | East | 2.54 km |
| Kadagathur | West | 2.62 km |
| Thumukunta | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Yakaralahalli | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Nakkalapalle | North | 3.30 km |
| Chowlur | South | 3.81 km |
| Nagenahalli | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Kudumalakunte | South-East | 4.21 km |
| Kirikera | North-East | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santhebidanur
Santhebidanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Devarapalle, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hindupur to Santhebidanur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Santhebidanur 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 Santhebidanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santhebidanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Santhebidanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santhebidanur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santhebidanur
Where is Santhebidanur located?
Santhebidanur village is located in Hindupur Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santhebidanur?
Santhebidanur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Santhebidanur?
The pincode of Santhebidanur is 515211.
What is the population of Santhebidanur?
Santhebidanur has a total population of 3,588, including 1,796 males and 1,792 females.
How many households are there in Santhebidanur?
There are 839 households in Santhebidanur.
What is the literacy rate in Santhebidanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santhebidanur is 58.84%. Male literacy is 64.76% and female literacy is 52.90%.