Santapur - Mawshynrut, West Khasi Hills
Santapur is a village situated in the Mawshynrut subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawshynrut and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santapur is 276478. The village falls under the 793126 pincode.
Santapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawshynrut Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santapur
According to the 2011 Census, Santapur village had a total population of 53 people, including 23 males and 30 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,304 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.49%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 85.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 8 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Santapur
Santapur 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 Santapur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Santapur.
| 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 Nongstoin to Santapur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santapur 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 Santapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santapur 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 Santapur
Where is Santapur located?
Santapur village is located in Mawshynrut Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Santapur?
The pincode of Santapur is 793126.
What is the population of Santapur?
Santapur had a total population of 53, including 23 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Santapur?
Santapur had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santapur was 86.49%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 85.00%.