Santhara - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Santhara is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Karla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santhara is 380836. The village covers a total geographical area of 190 hectares and falls under the 768052 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Santhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santhara
According to the 2011 Census, Santhara village had a total population of 465 people, including 247 males and 218 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.74%, with male literacy at 87.08% and female literacy at 63.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 184.
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 | 465 | 247 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 38 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 57 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 97 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 182 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 65 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Santhara
Santhara 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 Santhara
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Santhara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Santhara is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Santhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santhara
Where is Santhara located?
Santhara village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Santhara is Karla.
What is the pincode of Santhara?
The pincode of Santhara is 768052.
What is the population of Santhara?
Santhara had a total population of 465, including 247 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Santhara?
Santhara had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santhara was 75.74%. Male literacy was 87.08% and female literacy was 63.59%.