Santoshinagar
Santoshinagar is a village located in Balrampur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Balrampur (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Santoshinagar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Santoshinagar unique in its vibrant Balrampur-Surguja region. You’ll see Santoshinagar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Santoshinagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santoshinagar is 432038. The village spans a total geographical area of 371.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497107. Balrampur is nearest town to Santoshinagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Santoshinagar
Population of Santoshinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Santoshinagar has a total population of about 1,708, with approximately 849 males and 859 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 41 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 392. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.94%, with male literacy at about 68.79% and female literacy near 55.18%. There are around 414 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Santoshinagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,708 | 849 | 859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 126 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 392 | 188 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 1,058 | 584 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 650 | 265 | 385 |
Connectivity of Santoshinagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Santoshinagar. As per the 2011 stats, Santoshinagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Santoshinagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Santoshinagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Santoshinagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santoshinagar
- Where is Santoshinagar located?
- Santoshinagar village is situated in Balrampur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santoshinagar?
- Santoshinagar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Santoshinagar?
- The pincode of Santoshinagar is 497107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Santoshinagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santoshinagar is 1,708, with 849 males and 859 females.
- How many households are there in Santoshinagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santoshinagar village has a total of 414 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santoshinagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santoshinagar is 61.94%. The male literacy rate is 68.79%, while the female literacy rate is 55.18%.