Santha
Santha is a village located in Gaighat subdivision of Muzaffarpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Gaighat (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Muzaffarpur. As per 2009 stats, Jamalpur Kodai is the gram panchayat of Santha village.
Here you can discover what makes Santha unique in its vibrant Gaighat-Muzaffarpur 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 229211. The village spans a total geographical area of 23.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847107. Muzaffarpur is nearest town to Santha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Santha
Population of Santha
According to the 2011 Census, Santha has a total population of about 485, with approximately 256 males and 229 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 107 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 364 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.34%, with male literacy at about 55.86% and female literacy near 46.29%. There are around 91 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 485 | 256 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 59 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 193 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 249 | 143 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 113 | 123 |
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) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| 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 Gaighat Subdivision, within the Muzaffarpur district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Santha is Jamalpur Kodai (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 847107, 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 485, with 256 males and 229 females.
- How many households are there in Santha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santha village has a total of 91 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santha is 51.34%. The male literacy rate is 55.86%, while the female literacy rate is 46.29%.