Santarakmunda - Tusura, Balangir
Santarakmunda is a village situated in the Tusura tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 51 km from Tushura and around 51 km from Balangir. Biramunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santarakmunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santarakmunda is 420492. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 767030 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Santarakmunda 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 Santarakmunda
As per Census 2011, Santarakmunda village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 89 males and 80 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 94 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 121 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santarakmunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 89 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 60 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 55 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 34 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Santarakmunda
Santarakmunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kulkusum | South-West | 0.98 km |
| Badatarakmunda | North | 1.00 km |
| Jugimara | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Sandangar | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Jamut | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Kumbharpadar | West | 2.10 km |
| Kamasingha | South | 2.11 km |
| Rahenmal | North | 2.36 km |
| Ghuna | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Biramunda | North-West | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santarakmunda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Santarakmunda. The nearest railway station is Deogan Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Santarakmunda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Santarakmunda is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santarakmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santarakmunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santarakmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santarakmunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santarakmunda
Where is Santarakmunda located?
Santarakmunda village is located in Tusura Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santarakmunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Santarakmunda is Biramunda.
What is the pincode of Santarakmunda?
The pincode of Santarakmunda is 767030.
What is the population of Santarakmunda?
Santarakmunda has a total population of 169, including 89 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Santarakmunda?
There are 42 households in Santarakmunda.
What is the literacy rate in Santarakmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santarakmunda is 55.62%. Male literacy is 61.80% and female literacy is 48.75%.