Santhar - Baramkela, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Santhar is a village situated in the Baramkela tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 31 km from Baramkela and around 82 km from Raigarh. Dumarpali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santhar is 435802. The village covers a total geographical area of 314.25 hectares and falls under the 496554 pincode. Sohela (odisa) is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Santhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santhar
According to the 2011 Census, Santhar village had a total population of 546 people, including 280 males and 266 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.51%, with male literacy at 84.80% and female literacy at 65.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 546 | 280 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 72 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 212 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 68 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Santhar
Santhar 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 Santhar
Santhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sohela (odisa) to Santhar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Santhar is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Santhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santhar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santhar
Where is Santhar located?
Santhar village is located in Baramkela Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Santhar is Dumarpali.
What is the pincode of Santhar?
The pincode of Santhar is 496554.
What is the population of Santhar?
Santhar had a total population of 546, including 280 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Santhar?
Santhar had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santhar was 75.51%. Male literacy was 84.80% and female literacy was 65.83%.