Santoshwadi
Santoshwadi is a village located in Miraj tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Miraj (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Santoshwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Santoshwadi has its own place in the vibrant Sangli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Santoshwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santoshwadi is 568738. The village spans a total geographical area of 808 hectares. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is nearest town to Santoshwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Santoshwadi 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 Miraj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Santoshwadi
Population of Santoshwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Santoshwadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,422 | 753 | 669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 105 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 942 | 560 | 382 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 193 | 287 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Santoshwadi village:
- The total population of Santoshwadi village is around 1,422, including approximately 753 males and 669 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 165 children aged 0–6 years in Santoshwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Santoshwadi village has 112 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Santoshwadi village is about 66.24%, with male literacy at 74.37% and female literacy at 57.10%.
- There are around 297 households in Santoshwadi village.
Connectivity of Santoshwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Santoshwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Santoshwadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Santoshwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Santoshwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Santoshwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santoshwadi
- Where is Santoshwadi located?
- Santoshwadi village is situated in Miraj Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santoshwadi?
- Santoshwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Santoshwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santoshwadi is 1,422, with 753 males and 669 females.
- How many households are there in Santoshwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santoshwadi village has a total of 297 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santoshwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santoshwadi is 66.24%. The male literacy rate is 74.37%, while the female literacy rate is 57.10%.