Santra
Santra is a village located in Badi tehsil of Raisen district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Badi (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Raisen. As per 2009 stats, Santra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Santra unique in its vibrant Badi-Raisen region. You’ll see Santra’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 Santra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santra is 484608. The village spans a total geographical area of 748.39 hectares. Sultanpur is nearest town to Santra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Santra 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 Bhojpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vidisha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Santra
Population of Santra
According to the 2011 Census, Santra has a total population of about 1,139, with approximately 580 males and 559 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 222 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 449 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 493. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.42%, with male literacy at about 52.41% and female literacy near 36.14%. There are around 241 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Santra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,139 | 580 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 105 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 237 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 493 | 240 | 253 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 304 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 276 | 357 |
Connectivity of Santra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Santra. As per the 2011 stats, Santra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Santra
Knowing the nearby villages of Santra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Santra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santra
- Where is Santra located?
- Santra village is situated in Badi Tehsil, within the Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santra?
- Santra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Santra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santra is 1,139, with 580 males and 559 females.
- How many households are there in Santra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santra village has a total of 241 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santra is 44.42%. The male literacy rate is 52.41%, while the female literacy rate is 36.14%.