Santaramunda - Talcher, Angul
Santaramunda is a village situated in the Talcher tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Talcher Sadar and around 25 km from Anugul . Bentol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santaramunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santaramunda is 404019. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 759100 pincode. Talcher is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Santaramunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talcher Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santaramunda
As per Census 2011, Santaramunda village has a total population of 27 people, consisting of 17 males and 10 females. The village has 6 households and a sex ratio of 588 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 24 literate and 3 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santaramunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Santaramunda
Santaramunda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sendhagram | East | 0.74 km |
| Balhar | West | 1.57 km |
| Santhapada | South | 1.64 km |
| Jatia | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Balipatpur | South | 3.24 km |
| Saranga (ct) | East | 3.27 km |
| Padiabhanga | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Kholua | South | 4.05 km |
| Kendupali | South-West | 4.39 km |
| Bhogabereni | South-West | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santaramunda
The nearest railway station is Talcher Thermal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talcher to Santaramunda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Santaramunda is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Santaramunda
Where is Santaramunda located?
Santaramunda village is located in Talcher Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santaramunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Santaramunda is Bentol.
What is the pincode of Santaramunda?
The pincode of Santaramunda is 759100.
What is the population of Santaramunda?
Santaramunda has a total population of 27, including 17 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Santaramunda?
There are 6 households in Santaramunda.
What is the literacy rate in Santaramunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santaramunda is 88.89%. Male literacy is 88.24% and female literacy is 90.00%.