Santona
About Santona
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Santona village is 626987. Santona village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 892 hectares. Santona has a total population of 1,403 peoples, out of which male population is 739 while female population is 664. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 898 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of santona village is 70.71% out of which 76.05% males and 64.76% females are literate. There are about 343 houses in santona village. Pincode of santona village locality is 406703.
When it comes to administration, Santona village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Santona village comes under Sanvordem Vidhan Sabha constituency & South Goa Lok Sabha constituency. Sanguem is nearest town to santona village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Santona
The population details of Santona cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,403 | 739 | 664 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 196 | 92 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 992 | 562 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 177 | 234 |
Connectivity of Santona
| 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 |
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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%.