Sentol Village - Bhander, Datia
Sentol is a village situated in the Bhander tehsil of Datia district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhander and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Datia. Saletra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sentol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sentol is 454984. The village covers a total geographical area of 381 hectares and falls under the 475335 pincode. Bhander is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sentol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sentol
As per Census 2011, Sentol village has a total population of 901 people, consisting of 457 males and 444 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 728 literate and 173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sentol are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 901 | 457 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 44 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 175 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 728 | 401 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 56 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Sentol
Sentol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Piprauakhurd | North | 2.17 km |
| Kulariya | West | 2.43 km |
| Bichhodana | East | 2.58 km |
| Kaimara | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Mustara | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Saletara | South | 3.19 km |
| Dalpatpur | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Lidhora Haveli | North-West | 3.85 km |
| Bagda | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Kudila | North-West | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sentol
Sentol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chirgaon, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhander to Sentol is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Datia to Sentol is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sentol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sentol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sentol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sentol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sentol
Where is Sentol located?
Sentol village is located in Bhander Tehsil, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sentol?
The Gram Panchayat of Sentol is Saletra.
What is the pincode of Sentol?
The pincode of Sentol is 475335.
What is the population of Sentol?
Sentol has a total population of 901, including 457 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Sentol?
There are 209 households in Sentol.
What is the literacy rate in Sentol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sentol is 80.80%. Male literacy is 87.75% and female literacy is 73.65%.