Santarapur - Kishannagar, Cuttack
Santarapur is a village situated in the Kishannagar tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishannagar and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Kishorenagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santarapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santarapur is 399939. The village covers a total geographical area of 245 hectares and falls under the 754131 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Cuttack sadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santarapur
As per Census 2011, Santarapur village has a total population of 1,381 people, consisting of 719 males and 662 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,085 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 332 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santarapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,381 | 719 | 662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 56 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 180 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,085 | 610 | 475 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 109 | 187 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biswalapada | South-East | 0.80 km |
| Hulipur | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Balisukuri | East | 1.46 km |
| Kesannagar | North | 1.48 km |
| Baastapada | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Singalo | South | 1.92 km |
| Ramachandrapur | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Arilo | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Bhoipada | East | 2.21 km |
| Tarilo | South | 2.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santarapur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Santarapur. The nearest railway station is Badakhandita, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Santarapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santarapur
Where is Santarapur located?
Santarapur village is located in Kishannagar Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santarapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santarapur is Kishorenagar.
What is the pincode of Santarapur?
The pincode of Santarapur is 754131.
What is the population of Santarapur?
Santarapur has a total population of 1,381, including 719 males and 662 females.
How many households are there in Santarapur?
There are 291 households in Santarapur.
What is the literacy rate in Santarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santarapur is 78.57%. Male literacy is 84.84% and female literacy is 71.75%.