Santa - Joura, Morena
Santa is a village situated in the Joura tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. Santa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santa is 452452. The village covers a total geographical area of 343 hectares and falls under the 476219 pincode. Joura is the nearest town.
Santa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sumawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santa
According to the 2011 Census, Santa village had a total population of 2,366 people, including 1,282 males and 1,084 females, living in 508 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.52%, with male literacy at 92.56% and female literacy at 68.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
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 | 2,366 | 1,282 | 1,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 166 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,663 | 1,033 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 703 | 249 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Santa
Santa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Adhannpur | South | 1.55 km |
| Umedgarh Bansi | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Kaithoda | North | 3.21 km |
| Nahardon | West | 3.64 km |
| Hansal Mewada | North-East | 4.35 km |
| Chaina | South | 4.46 km |
| Deori | South-East | 4.47 km |
| Barauli | South-West | 5.07 km |
| Hadbansi | South-West | 5.19 km |
| Nahrawali | North-West | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santa
Santa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Morena, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Morena to Santa is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Santa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Santa
Where is Santa located?
Santa village is located in Joura Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santa?
Santa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Santa?
The pincode of Santa is 476219.
What is the population of Santa?
Santa had a total population of 2,366, including 1,282 males and 1,084 females.
How many households are there in Santa?
Santa had 508 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santa was 81.52%. Male literacy was 92.56% and female literacy was 68.18%.