Santra - Patan, Durg
Santra is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Durg district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Durg. Santra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santra is 442690. The village covers a total geographical area of 779.72 hectares and falls under the 491111 pincode. Patan is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Santra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Durg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santra
As per Census 2011, Santra village has a total population of 2,435 people, consisting of 1,225 males and 1,210 females. The village has 516 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 287 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,648 literate and 787 illiterate residents. Additionally, 273 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 199 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,435 | 1,225 | 1,210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 143 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 141 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 99 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 1,648 | 936 | 712 |
| Illiterate Population | 787 | 289 | 498 |
Nearby Villages of Santra
Santra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Punaidih | North | 1.78 km |
| Soram | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Matang | West | 2.69 km |
| Manik Chauri | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Devada | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Chhata | North | 3.15 km |
| Marra | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Kasahi | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Nawagaon | East | 3.47 km |
| Funda (devara) | North | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santra
Santra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Risama, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patan to Santra is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Santra is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Santra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Santra
Where is Santra located?
Santra village is located in Patan Tehsil, Durg district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santra?
Santra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Santra?
The pincode of Santra is 491111.
What is the population of Santra?
Santra has a total population of 2,435, including 1,225 males and 1,210 females.
How many households are there in Santra?
There are 516 households in Santra.
What is the literacy rate in Santra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santra is 67.68%. Male literacy is 76.41% and female literacy is 58.84%.