Santhemarur

Santhemarur is a village located in Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Arkalgud (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Santhemarur village is also a gram panchayat.

Santhemarur has its own place in the vibrant Hassan region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Santhemarur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santhemarur is 616642. The village spans a total geographical area of 651.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573102. Arkalgud is nearest town to Santhemarur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

When it comes to local governance, Santhemarur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Arkalgud Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Santhemarur

Below is a concise population overview of Santhemarur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,579 762 817
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 140 61 79
Scheduled Castes (SC) 985 456 529
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 13 6 7
Literate Population 1,042 554 488
Illiterate Population 537 208 329

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Santhemarur village:

  • The total population of Santhemarur village is around 1,579, including approximately 762 males and 817 females, with a sex ratio of 1072 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 140 children aged 0–6 years in Santhemarur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Santhemarur village has 985 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 13 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Santhemarur village is about 65.99%, with male literacy at 72.70% and female literacy at 59.73%.
  • There are around 368 households in Santhemarur village.

Connectivity of Santhemarur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Santhemarur. As per the 2011 stats, Santhemarur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Santhemarur

Knowing the nearby villages of Santhemarur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Santhemarur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Santhemarur

Where is Santhemarur located?
Santhemarur village is situated in Arkalgud Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santhemarur?
Santhemarur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Santhemarur?
The pincode of Santhemarur is 573102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Santhemarur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santhemarur is 1,579, with 762 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Santhemarur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Santhemarur village has a total of 368 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santhemarur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santhemarur is 65.99%. The male literacy rate is 72.70%, while the female literacy rate is 59.73%.