Santha - Gaighat, Muzaffarpur
Santha is a village situated in the Gaighat subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaighat and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Jamalpur Kodai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santha is 229211. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.4 hectares and falls under the 847107 pincode. Muzaffarpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Santha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Santha
According to the 2011 Census, Santha village had a total population of 485 people, including 256 males and 229 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.87%, with male literacy at 72.59% and female literacy at 58.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 364.
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 | 485 | 256 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 59 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 193 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 143 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 113 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Santha
Santha 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 Santha
Santha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Muzaffarpur to Santha is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Santha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santha
Where is Santha located?
Santha village is located in Gaighat Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santha?
The Gram Panchayat of Santha is Jamalpur Kodai.
What is the pincode of Santha?
The pincode of Santha is 847107.
What is the population of Santha?
Santha had a total population of 485, including 256 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Santha?
Santha had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santha was 65.87%. Male literacy was 72.59% and female literacy was 58.56%.