Santokpura
Santokpura is a village located in Borsad taluka of Anand district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Borsad (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Anand. As per 2009 stats, Santokpura village is also a gram panchayat.
Santokpura has its own place in the vibrant Anand 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 Santokpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santokpura is 517074. The village spans a total geographical area of 247.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 388545. Borsad is nearest town to Santokpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Santokpura 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 Petlad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Anand Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Santokpura
Population of Santokpura
Below is a concise population overview of Santokpura 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 | 2,007 | 1,006 | 1,001 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 112 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 34 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 1,494 | 817 | 677 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 189 | 324 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Santokpura village:
- The total population of Santokpura village is around 2,007, including approximately 1,006 males and 1,001 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 211 children aged 0–6 years in Santokpura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Santokpura village has 77 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 96 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Santokpura village is about 74.44%, with male literacy at 81.21% and female literacy at 67.63%.
- There are around 431 households in Santokpura village.
Connectivity of Santokpura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Santokpura. As per the 2011 stats, Santokpura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Santokpura
Knowing the nearby villages of Santokpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Santokpura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santokpura
- Where is Santokpura located?
- Santokpura village is situated in Borsad Taluka, within the Anand district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santokpura?
- Santokpura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Santokpura?
- The pincode of Santokpura is 388545, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Santokpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santokpura is 2,007, with 1,006 males and 1,001 females.
- How many households are there in Santokpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santokpura village has a total of 431 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santokpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santokpura is 74.44%. The male literacy rate is 81.21%, while the female literacy rate is 67.63%.