Santola - Satlasana, Mahesana
Santola is a village situated in the Satlasana taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kheralu and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Kubada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santola is 509148. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.89 hectares and falls under the 384330 pincode. Kheralu is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Santola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kheralu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santola
As per Census 2011, Santola village has a total population of 111 people, consisting of 56 males and 55 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 71 literate and 40 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 43 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 13 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Santola
Santola 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 Santola
Santola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Santola has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kheralu to Santola is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Santola is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santola 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 Santola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santola 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 Santola
Where is Santola located?
Santola village is located in Satlasana Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santola?
The Gram Panchayat of Santola is Kubada.
What is the pincode of Santola?
The pincode of Santola is 384330.
What is the population of Santola?
Santola has a total population of 111, including 56 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Santola?
There are 21 households in Santola.
What is the literacy rate in Santola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santola is 63.96%. Male literacy is 76.79% and female literacy is 50.91%.