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
As per Census 2011, Santapur village has a total population of 53 people, consisting of 23 males and 30 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 1,304 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 32 literate and 21 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53 | 23 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| 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 has a total population of 53, including 23 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Santapur?
There are 10 households in Santapur.
What is the literacy rate in Santapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santapur is 60.38%. Male literacy is 65.22% and female literacy is 56.67%.