Santaufer - Saintala, Balangir
Santaufer is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Dunguripali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santaufer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santaufer is 421145. The village covers a total geographical area of 248 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Santaufer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santaufer
According to the 2011 Census, Santaufer village had a total population of 819 people, including 424 males and 395 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.70%, with male literacy at 83.42% and female literacy at 65.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 196, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 169.
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 | 819 | 424 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 104 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 80 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 555 | 322 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 102 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Santaufer
Santaufer 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badipara | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Banaras | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Turchaupher | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Tendilipali | South | 1.85 km |
| Lachut | North | 2.02 km |
| Tentulipadar | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Ghantamal | East | 2.48 km |
| Samara | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Saintala | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Kuanrgaon | South-West | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santaufer
Santaufer is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balangir to Santaufer is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santaufer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santaufer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santaufer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santaufer 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santaufer
Where is Santaufer located?
Santaufer village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santaufer?
The Gram Panchayat of Santaufer is Dunguripali.
What is the pincode of Santaufer?
The pincode of Santaufer is 767032.
What is the population of Santaufer?
Santaufer had a total population of 819, including 424 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Santaufer?
Santaufer had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santaufer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santaufer was 74.70%. Male literacy was 83.42% and female literacy was 65.27%.