Santpur - Shorapur, Yadgir
Santpur is a village situated in the Shorapur taluka of Yadgir district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shorapur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Yadgir. Tinthani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santpur is 621020. The village covers a total geographical area of 587.1 hectares and falls under the 585290 pincode. Shorapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Santpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shorapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santpur
As per Census 2011, Santpur village has a total population of 2,287 people, consisting of 1,186 males and 1,101 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 404 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 786 literate and 1,501 illiterate residents. Additionally, 228 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,287 | 1,186 | 1,101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 218 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 123 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 786 | 506 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,501 | 680 | 821 |
Nearby Villages of Santpur
Santpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandoli | South | 2.05 km |
| Tinthni | East | 2.05 km |
| Chanpatan | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Dadlapur | East | 2.85 km |
| Hunsiholi | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Halbhavi | North | 3.62 km |
| Veergot | South | 4.10 km |
| Kade Kamat Konal | North | 4.28 km |
| Godihal (t) | North-West | 4.79 km |
| Gadgi | South | 5.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santpur
Santpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Thangundi, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Shorapur to Santpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yadgir to Santpur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santpur
Where is Santpur located?
Santpur village is located in Shorapur Taluka, Yadgir district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santpur is Tinthani.
What is the pincode of Santpur?
The pincode of Santpur is 585290.
What is the population of Santpur?
Santpur has a total population of 2,287, including 1,186 males and 1,101 females.
How many households are there in Santpur?
There are 343 households in Santpur.
What is the literacy rate in Santpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santpur is 34.37%. Male literacy is 42.66% and female literacy is 25.43%.