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
As per Census 2011, Santarwada village has a total population of 984 people, consisting of 499 males and 485 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 527 literate and 457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santarwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 984 | 499 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 87 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| 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 has a total population of 984, including 499 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Santarwada?
There are 178 households in Santarwada.
What is the literacy rate in Santarwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santarwada is 53.56%. Male literacy is 62.32% and female literacy is 44.54%.