Santwa - Fatehpur, Kangra
Santwa is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Jhumb Khas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santwa is 008956. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.64 hectares and falls under the 176022 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Santwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santwa
According to the 2011 Census, Santwa village had a total population of 242 people, including 121 males and 121 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.73%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 81.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 242 | 121 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 102 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 19 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Santwa
Santwa 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 Santwa
Santwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Santwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Santwa is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santwa
Where is Santwa located?
Santwa village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Santwa is Jhumb Khas.
What is the pincode of Santwa?
The pincode of Santwa is 176022.
What is the population of Santwa?
Santwa had a total population of 242, including 121 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Santwa?
Santwa had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santwa was 87.73%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 81.25%.