Santpur - Hadad, Banas Kantha
Santpur is a village situated in the Hadad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from Danta and around 65 km from Palanpur. Sanali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santpur is 507916. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.63 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Santpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santpur
According to the 2011 Census, Santpur village had a total population of 312 people, including 152 males and 160 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.82%, with male literacy at 95.45% and female literacy at 60.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 312 | 152 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 126 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 26 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Santpur
Santpur 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 Santpur
Santpur 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Santpur is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Santpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santpur
Where is Santpur located?
Santpur village is located in Hadad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santpur is Sanali.
What is the pincode of Santpur?
The pincode of Santpur is 385110.
What is the population of Santpur?
Santpur had a total population of 312, including 152 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Santpur?
Santpur had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santpur was 77.82%. Male literacy was 95.45% and female literacy was 60.45%.