Santapur
Santapur is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Gudma is the gram panchayat of Santapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Santapur unique in its vibrant Baihar-Balaghat region. You’ll see Santapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Santapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santapur is 498193. The village spans a total geographical area of 274.31 hectares. Malajkhand is nearest town to Santapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Santapur 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 Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Santapur
Population of Santapur
According to the 2011 Census, Santapur has a total population of about 396, with approximately 197 males and 199 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 338. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.68%, with male literacy at about 76.14% and female literacy near 59.30%. There are around 94 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Santapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 396 | 197 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 338 | 165 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 150 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 47 | 81 |
Connectivity of Santapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Santapur. As per the 2011 stats, Santapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Santapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Santapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Santapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santapur
- Where is Santapur located?
- Santapur village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Santapur is Gudma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Santapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santapur is 396, with 197 males and 199 females.
- How many households are there in Santapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santapur village has a total of 94 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santapur is 67.68%. The male literacy rate is 76.14%, while the female literacy rate is 59.30%.