Santona
Santona is a village located in Sanguem taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Sanguem (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Margao. As per 2009 stats, Sanvordem is the gram panchayat of Santona village.
Santona has its own place in the vibrant South Goa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Santona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santona is 626987. The village spans a total geographical area of 892 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 406703. Sanguem is nearest town to Santona village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Santona village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sanvordem Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the South Goa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Santona
Population of Santona
Below is a concise population overview of Santona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Santona village:
- The total population of Santona village is around 1,403, including approximately 739 males and 664 females, with a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 196 children aged 0–6 years in Santona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Santona village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 29 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Santona village is about 70.71%, with male literacy at 76.05% and female literacy at 64.76%.
- There are around 343 households in Santona village.
Connectivity of Santona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Santona. As per the 2011 stats, Santona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Santona
Knowing the nearby villages of Santona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Santona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santona
- Where is Santona located?
- Santona village is situated in Sanguem Taluka, within the South Goa district of Goa, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santona?
- The Gram Panchayat of Santona is Sanvordem (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Santona?
- The pincode of Santona is 406703, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Santona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santona is 1,403, with 739 males and 664 females.
- How many households are there in Santona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santona village has a total of 343 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santona is 70.71%. The male literacy rate is 76.05%, while the female literacy rate is 64.76%.