Santalpur
Santalpur is a village located in Vanthali taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Vanthali (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Santalpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Santalpur has its own place in the vibrant Junagadh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Santalpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santalpur is 514421. The village spans a total geographical area of 982.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362610. Vanthali is nearest town to Santalpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Santalpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Santalpur
Population of Santalpur
Below is a concise population overview of Santalpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,270 | 1,172 | 1,098 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 107 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 578 | 305 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,515 | 879 | 636 |
| Illiterate Population | 755 | 293 | 462 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Santalpur village:
- The total population of Santalpur village is around 2,270, including approximately 1,172 males and 1,098 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 221 children aged 0–6 years in Santalpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Santalpur village has 578 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Santalpur village is about 66.74%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 57.92%.
- There are around 496 households in Santalpur village.
Connectivity of Santalpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Santalpur. As per the 2011 stats, Santalpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Santalpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Santalpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Santalpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santalpur
- Where is Santalpur located?
- Santalpur village is situated in Vanthali Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santalpur?
- Santalpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Santalpur?
- The pincode of Santalpur is 362610, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Santalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santalpur is 2,270, with 1,172 males and 1,098 females.
- How many households are there in Santalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santalpur village has a total of 496 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santalpur is 66.74%. The male literacy rate is 75.00%, while the female literacy rate is 57.92%.