Santapada - Soro, Balasore
Santapada is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Soro and around 45 km from Baleshwar. Kedarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santapada is 394000. The village covers a total geographical area of 308 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Santapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santapada
As per Census 2011, Santapada village has a total population of 919 people, consisting of 441 males and 478 females. The village has 264 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 737 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 919 | 441 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 45 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 737 | 388 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 53 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Santapada
Santapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bantada | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Kantabanki | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Kiarpur | North | 1.63 km |
| Balanga | East | 1.65 km |
| Kedarpur | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Uchhabapur | West | 2.07 km |
| Harisingpur | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Balarampur | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Janhia | North-East | 2.31 km |
| San-brahmapur | West | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santapada
Santapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sabira, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.5 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Santapada is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Santapada is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Santapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santapada 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 Santapada
Where is Santapada located?
Santapada village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Santapada is Kedarpur.
What is the pincode of Santapada?
The pincode of Santapada is 756045.
What is the population of Santapada?
Santapada has a total population of 919, including 441 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Santapada?
There are 264 households in Santapada.
What is the literacy rate in Santapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santapada is 80.20%. Male literacy is 87.98% and female literacy is 73.01%.