Santha
Santha is a village located in Kochadhamin subdivision of Kishanganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kochadhamin (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Kishanganj. As per 2009 stats, Sontha is the gram panchayat of Santha village.
Here you can discover what makes Santha unique in its vibrant Kochadhamin-Kishanganj region. You’ll see Santha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Santha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santha is 222859. The village spans a total geographical area of 751.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 855115. Kishanganj is nearest town to Santha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
Google Map of Santha
Population of Santha
According to the 2011 Census, Santha has a total population of about 10,271, with approximately 5,334 males and 4,937 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,949 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 187 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.57%, with male literacy at about 51.86% and female literacy near 40.85%. There are around 1,997 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Santha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 10,271 | 5,334 | 4,937 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,949 | 1,019 | 930 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 94 | 93 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
Literate Population | 4,783 | 2,766 | 2,017 |
Illiterate Population | 5,488 | 2,568 | 2,920 |
Connectivity of Santha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Santha. As per the 2011 stats, Santha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Santha
Knowing the nearby villages of Santha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Santha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santha
- Where is Santha located?
- Santha village is situated in Kochadhamin Subdivision, within the Kishanganj district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Santha is Sontha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Santha?
- The pincode of Santha is 855115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Santha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santha is 10,271, with 5,334 males and 4,937 females.
- How many households are there in Santha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santha village has a total of 1,997 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santha is 46.57%. The male literacy rate is 51.86%, while the female literacy rate is 40.85%.