Santona - Sanguem, Kushavati
Santona is a village situated in the Sanguem taluka of Kushavati district, Goa. It is located approximately 16 km from Sanguem and around 28 km from Margao. Sanvordem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santona is 626987. The village covers a total geographical area of 892 hectares and falls under the 403706 pincode.
Santona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanguem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the South Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santona
As per Census 2011, Santona village has a total population of 1,403 people, consisting of 739 males and 664 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 992 literate and 411 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,403 | 739 | 664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 92 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 992 | 562 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 177 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Santona
Santona 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 Santona
Santona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Santona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Margao to Santona is about 28 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 Santona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Santona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santona
Where is Santona located?
Santona village is located in Sanguem Taluka, Kushavati district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santona?
The Gram Panchayat of Santona is Sanvordem.
What is the pincode of Santona?
The pincode of Santona is 403706.
What is the population of Santona?
Santona has a total population of 1,403, including 739 males and 664 females.
How many households are there in Santona?
There are 343 households in Santona.
What is the literacy rate in Santona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santona is 70.71%. Male literacy is 76.05% and female literacy is 64.76%.