Santalpur - Tansen, Gwalior
Santalpur is a village situated in the Tansen tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Gwalior and around 25 km from Gwalior. Ekhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santalpur is 453976. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.25 hectares and falls under the 474006 pincode. Gwalior is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Santalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Santalpur village had a total population of 899 people, including 461 males and 438 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 81.93% and female literacy at 50.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 360.
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 | 899 | 461 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 68 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 173 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 322 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 139 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Santalpur
Santalpur 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 Santalpur
Santalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gwalior to Santalpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santalpur 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 Santalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santalpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Santalpur
Where is Santalpur located?
Santalpur village is located in Tansen Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santalpur is Ekhara.
What is the pincode of Santalpur?
The pincode of Santalpur is 474006.
What is the population of Santalpur?
Santalpur had a total population of 899, including 461 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Santalpur?
Santalpur had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santalpur was 66.67%. Male literacy was 81.93% and female literacy was 50.92%.