Santashpur - Bijapur
Santashpur is a village situated in the Bijapur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from Bijapur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Santoshpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santashpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santashpur is 451029. The village covers a total geographical area of 1120.04 hectares and falls under the 494444 pincode. Bijapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Santashpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santashpur
According to the 2011 Census, Santashpur village had a total population of 540 people, including 252 males and 288 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.70%, with male literacy at 45.36% and female literacy at 31.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 169.
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 | 540 | 252 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 58 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 77 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 88 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 164 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Santashpur
Santashpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pamalwaya | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Bhosaguda | South | 3.10 km |
| Ponjer | East | 3.15 km |
| Chilnar | South | 3.70 km |
| Tumnar | North | 4.51 km |
| Sagwahi | South-West | 4.70 km |
| Bhogamguda | South-East | 4.93 km |
| Koyaitpal | North-East | 5.69 km |
| Cherkanti | East | 6.22 km |
| Kadenar | North-East | 6.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santashpur
Santashpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijapur to Santashpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santashpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santashpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Santashpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santashpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Santashpur
Where is Santashpur located?
Santashpur village is located in Bijapur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santashpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santashpur is Santoshpur.
What is the pincode of Santashpur?
The pincode of Santashpur is 494444.
What is the population of Santashpur?
Santashpur had a total population of 540, including 252 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Santashpur?
Santashpur had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santashpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santashpur was 37.70%. Male literacy was 45.36% and female literacy was 31.33%.