Santinagar - Bhograi, Balasore
Santinagar is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Bhograi and around 90 km from Baleshwar. Sankhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santinagar is 391765. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 756085 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Santinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Santinagar village had a total population of 379 people, including 183 males and 196 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.84%, with male literacy at 95.18% and female literacy at 78.98%.
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 | 379 | 183 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 158 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 25 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Santinagar
Santinagar 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 Santinagar
Santinagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Santinagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Santinagar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Santinagar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Santinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santinagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santinagar
Where is Santinagar located?
Santinagar village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Santinagar is Sankhari.
What is the pincode of Santinagar?
The pincode of Santinagar is 756085.
What is the population of Santinagar?
Santinagar had a total population of 379, including 183 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Santinagar?
Santinagar had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santinagar was 86.84%. Male literacy was 95.18% and female literacy was 78.98%.