Santarwada - Dantiwada, Banas Kantha
Santarwada is a village situated in the Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dantiwada and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Sotarvada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santarwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santarwada is 507693. The village covers a total geographical area of 359.89 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Santarwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santarwada
According to the 2011 Census, Santarwada village had a total population of 984 people, including 499 males and 485 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.11%, with male literacy at 75.49% and female literacy at 51.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 984 | 499 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 87 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 311 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 188 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Santarwada
Santarwada 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 Santarwada
Santarwada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Santarwada is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Santarwada is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santarwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santarwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santarwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santarwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Santarwada
Where is Santarwada located?
Santarwada village is located in Dantiwada Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santarwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Santarwada is Sotarvada.
What is the pincode of Santarwada?
The pincode of Santarwada is 385545.
What is the population of Santarwada?
Santarwada had a total population of 984, including 499 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Santarwada?
Santarwada had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santarwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santarwada was 63.11%. Male literacy was 75.49% and female literacy was 51.06%.