Santej - Kalol Gandhinagar, Gandhinagar
Santej is a village situated in the Kalol Gandhinagar taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Kalol and around 28 km from Gandhinagar. Santej village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santej is 511170. The village covers a total geographical area of 2108.02 hectares and falls under the 382722 pincode. Ahmadabad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Santej village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santej
According to the 2011 Census, Santej village had a total population of 7,493 people, including 3,974 males and 3,519 females, living in 1,683 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.53%, with male literacy at 86.39% and female literacy at 61.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 283, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 7,493 | 3,974 | 3,519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,132 | 630 | 502 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 143 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 4,741 | 2,889 | 1,852 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,752 | 1,085 | 1,667 |
Nearby Villages of Santej
Santej 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 Santej
Santej is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Santej has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadabad to Santej is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Santej is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santej
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santej village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Santej
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santej village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Santej
Where is Santej located?
Santej village is located in Kalol Gandhinagar Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santej?
Santej is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Santej?
The pincode of Santej is 382722.
What is the population of Santej?
Santej had a total population of 7,493, including 3,974 males and 3,519 females.
How many households are there in Santej?
Santej had 1,683 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santej?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santej was 74.53%. Male literacy was 86.39% and female literacy was 61.39%.