Santol - Idar, Sabar Kantha
Santol is a village situated in the Idar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Idar and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Santol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santol is 510117. The village covers a total geographical area of 436.93 hectares and falls under the 383225 pincode. Idar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Santol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santol
According to the 2011 Census, Santol village had a total population of 957 people, including 496 males and 461 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.56%, with male literacy at 88.25% and female literacy at 62.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174.
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 | 957 | 496 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 62 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 97 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 637 | 383 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 113 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Santol
Santol 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 Santol
Santol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Idar to Santol is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Santol is about 27 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 Santol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Santol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santol
Where is Santol located?
Santol village is located in Idar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santol?
Santol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Santol?
The pincode of Santol is 383225.
What is the population of Santol?
Santol had a total population of 957, including 496 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Santol?
Santol had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santol was 75.56%. Male literacy was 88.25% and female literacy was 62.10%.