Santola - Azamnagar, Katihar
Santola is a village situated in the Azamnagar subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Azamnagar and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Alampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santola is 225139. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.9 hectares and falls under the 855113 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Santola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Santola
According to the 2011 Census, Santola village had a total population of 278 people, including 133 males and 145 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.52%, with male literacy at 68.22% and female literacy at 60.91%.
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 | 278 | 133 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 26 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 73 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 60 | 78 |
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 facilities are available within >10 km of the Santola. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Santola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Santola is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santola
Where is Santola located?
Santola village is located in Azamnagar Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santola?
The Gram Panchayat of Santola is Alampur.
What is the pincode of Santola?
The pincode of Santola is 855113.
What is the population of Santola?
Santola had a total population of 278, including 133 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Santola?
Santola had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santola was 64.52%. Male literacy was 68.22% and female literacy was 60.91%.