Santra - Sultanpur, Raisen
Santra is a village situated in the Sultanpur tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Badi and around 70 km from Raisen. Santra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santra is 484608. The village covers a total geographical area of 748.39 hectares and falls under the 464986 pincode. Sultanpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Santra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhojpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santra
As per Census 2011, Santra village has a total population of 1,139 people, consisting of 580 males and 559 females. The village has 241 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 506 literate and 633 illiterate residents. Additionally, 449 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 493 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santra are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Santra
Santra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandwa Mehgawan | West | 2.10 km |
| Ghonti Bahra | North | 2.97 km |
| Khobi | East | 3.01 km |
| Chora Kamrora | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Kosmi | South-West | 3.92 km |
| Ghana Khurd | West | 4.43 km |
| Singori | North-East | 4.43 km |
| Berkhedi Khurd | South-West | 4.66 km |
| Thawari Ghatkheri | South | 5.08 km |
| Vilai | East | 5.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santra
Santra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vidisha, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanpur to Santra is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Santra is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santra 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Santra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santra 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 Santra
Where is Santra located?
Santra village is located in Sultanpur Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santra?
Santra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Santra?
The pincode of Santra is 464986.
What is the population of Santra?
Santra has a total population of 1,139, including 580 males and 559 females.
How many households are there in Santra?
There are 241 households in Santra.
What is the literacy rate in Santra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santra is 44.42%. Male literacy is 52.41% and female literacy is 36.14%.