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
As per Census 2011, Santhara village has a total population of 465 people, consisting of 247 males and 218 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 184 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santhara are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 465, including 247 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Santhara?
There are 114 households in Santhara.
What is the literacy rate in Santhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santhara is 65.81%. Male literacy is 73.68% and female literacy is 56.88%.