Santosha - Kurai, Seoni
Santosha is a village situated in the Kurai tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurai and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Satosha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santosha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santosha is 497186. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.7 hectares and falls under the 481111 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Santosha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santosha
According to the 2011 Census, Santosha village had a total population of 561 people, including 275 males and 286 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.88%, with male literacy at 71.91% and female literacy at 36.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 552.
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 | 561 | 275 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 552 | 270 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 169 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 106 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Santosha
Santosha 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 Santosha
Santosha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Seoni to Santosha is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santosha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santosha 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santosha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santosha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santosha
Where is Santosha located?
Santosha village is located in Kurai Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santosha?
The Gram Panchayat of Santosha is Satosha.
What is the pincode of Santosha?
The pincode of Santosha is 481111.
What is the population of Santosha?
Santosha had a total population of 561, including 275 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Santosha?
Santosha had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santosha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santosha was 53.88%. Male literacy was 71.91% and female literacy was 36.36%.