Santola - Palasbari, Kamrup
Santola is a village situated in the Palasbari subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palasbari and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Maliata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santola is 303274. The village covers a total geographical area of 263.13 hectares and falls under the 781028 pincode. Palasbari is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Santola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palasbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santola
As per Census 2011, Santola village has a total population of 2,423 people, consisting of 1,229 males and 1,194 females. The village has 524 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,984 literate and 439 illiterate residents. Additionally, 815 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 500 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,423 | 1,229 | 1,194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 84 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 815 | 419 | 396 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 500 | 240 | 260 |
| Literate Population | 1,984 | 1,078 | 906 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 151 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Santola
Santola 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 Santola
Public transport in the Santola is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palasbari to Santola is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Santola is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Santola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santola
Where is Santola located?
Santola village is located in Palasbari Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santola?
The Gram Panchayat of Santola is Maliata.
What is the pincode of Santola?
The pincode of Santola is 781028.
What is the population of Santola?
Santola has a total population of 2,423, including 1,229 males and 1,194 females.
How many households are there in Santola?
There are 524 households in Santola.
What is the literacy rate in Santola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santola is 81.88%. Male literacy is 87.71% and female literacy is 75.88%.