Santangpara - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Santangpara is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 31 km from Zikzak and around 76 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santangpara is 273971. The village falls under the 794001 pincode.
Santangpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santangpara
According to the 2011 Census, Santangpara village had a total population of 284 people, including 153 males and 131 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.62%, with male literacy at 47.41% and female literacy at 18.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 283.
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 | 284 | 153 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 153 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 55 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 98 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Santangpara
Santangpara 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 Santangpara
Public transport in the Santangpara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tura to Santangpara is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santangpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santangpara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Santangpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santangpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santangpara
Where is Santangpara located?
Santangpara village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Santangpara?
The pincode of Santangpara is 794001.
What is the population of Santangpara?
Santangpara had a total population of 284, including 153 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Santangpara?
Santangpara had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santangpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santangpara was 34.62%. Male literacy was 47.41% and female literacy was 18.48%.