Santarapur - Tihidi, Bhadrak
Santarapur is a village situated in the Tihidi tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tihidi and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Achak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santarapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santarapur is 395084. The village covers a total geographical area of 241 hectares and falls under the 756130 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Santarapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santarapur
As per Census 2011, Santarapur village has a total population of 2,704 people, consisting of 1,365 males and 1,339 females. The village has 627 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,836 literate and 868 illiterate residents. Additionally, 625 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santarapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,704 | 1,365 | 1,339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 182 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 625 | 326 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,836 | 1,037 | 799 |
| Illiterate Population | 868 | 328 | 540 |
Nearby Villages of Santarapur
Santarapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barunei | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Maharampur | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Kandapur | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Achak | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Paliabindha | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Jiharpur | West | 2.14 km |
| Nandapur | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Gopalamadhab | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Mirjapur | South | 2.67 km |
| Kalimegha | South | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santarapur
Santarapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhadrakh, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhadrak to Santarapur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Santarapur is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santarapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santarapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santarapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santarapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santarapur
Where is Santarapur located?
Santarapur village is located in Tihidi Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santarapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santarapur is Achak.
What is the pincode of Santarapur?
The pincode of Santarapur is 756130.
What is the population of Santarapur?
Santarapur has a total population of 2,704, including 1,365 males and 1,339 females.
How many households are there in Santarapur?
There are 627 households in Santarapur.
What is the literacy rate in Santarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santarapur is 67.90%. Male literacy is 75.97% and female literacy is 59.67%.