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
As per Census 2011, Santej village has a total population of 7,493 people, consisting of 3,974 males and 3,519 females. The village has 1,683 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,741 literate and 2,752 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santej are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 7,493, including 3,974 males and 3,519 females.
How many households are there in Santej?
There are 1,683 households in Santej.
What is the literacy rate in Santej?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santej is 63.27%. Male literacy is 72.70% and female literacy is 52.63%.