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
According to the 2011 Census, Santola village had a total population of 111 people, including 56 males and 55 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.20%, with male literacy at 86.00% and female literacy at 59.57%.
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 | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 111, including 56 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Santola?
Santola had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santola was 73.20%. Male literacy was 86.00% and female literacy was 59.57%.