Santalpur - Santalpur, Patan
Santalpur is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. Santalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santalpur is 508652. The village covers a total geographical area of 2830 hectares and falls under the 385350 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Santalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santalpur
As per Census 2011, Santalpur village has a total population of 6,006 people, consisting of 3,140 males and 2,866 females. The village has 1,264 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 952 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,472 literate and 2,534 illiterate residents. Additionally, 369 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,006 | 3,140 | 2,866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 952 | 493 | 459 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 184 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 3,472 | 2,048 | 1,424 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,534 | 1,092 | 1,442 |
Nearby Villages of Santalpur
Santalpur 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 Santalpur
Santalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Santalpur 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 Radhanpur to Santalpur is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Santalpur is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Santalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santalpur 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santalpur
Where is Santalpur located?
Santalpur village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santalpur?
Santalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Santalpur?
The pincode of Santalpur is 385350.
What is the population of Santalpur?
Santalpur has a total population of 6,006, including 3,140 males and 2,866 females.
How many households are there in Santalpur?
There are 1,264 households in Santalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Santalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santalpur is 57.81%. Male literacy is 65.22% and female literacy is 49.69%.