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
As per Census 2011, Santa village has a total population of 2,366 people, consisting of 1,282 males and 1,084 females. The village has 508 households and a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males. There are 326 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,663 literate and 703 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santa are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,366, including 1,282 males and 1,084 females.
How many households are there in Santa?
There are 508 households in Santa.
What is the literacy rate in Santa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santa is 70.29%. Male literacy is 80.58% and female literacy is 58.12%.