Santpali - Basna, Mahasamund
Santpali is a village situated in the Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basna and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Santpali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santpali is 445659. The village covers a total geographical area of 444.87 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Santpali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santpali
According to the 2011 Census, Santpali village had a total population of 1,379 people, including 674 males and 705 females, living in 346 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.90%, with male literacy at 79.29% and female literacy at 53.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 300, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 546.
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 | 1,379 | 674 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 85 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 138 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 546 | 266 | 280 |
| Literate Population | 802 | 467 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 577 | 207 | 370 |
Nearby Villages of Santpali
Santpali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paterapali | West | 1.41 km |
| Sukhapali | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Pilwapali | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Palsabhadi | North | 1.74 km |
| Harilchhapar | South | 2.51 km |
| Bansulidih | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Khogasa | North | 2.85 km |
| Bartiyabhatha | South | 2.87 km |
| Lohadipur | West | 2.90 km |
| Sagarpali | North-East | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santpali
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Santpali. The nearest railway station is Jharradih, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.8 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 Saraipali to Santpali is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Santpali is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santpali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santpali 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 Santpali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santpali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santpali
Where is Santpali located?
Santpali village is located in Basna Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santpali?
Santpali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Santpali?
The pincode of Santpali is 493558.
What is the population of Santpali?
Santpali had a total population of 1,379, including 674 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Santpali?
Santpali had 346 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santpali was 65.90%. Male literacy was 79.29% and female literacy was 53.34%.