Santrapur - Gandia, Dhenkanal
Santrapur is a village situated in the Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandia and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Karamul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santrapur is 402642. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 759016 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Santrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhenkanal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Santrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Santrapur village had a total population of 190 people, including 111 males and 79 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 712 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.15%, with male literacy at 30.00% and female literacy at 18.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 190 | 111 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 50 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 30 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 81 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Santrapur
Santrapur 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 Santrapur
Public transport in the Santrapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dhenkanal to Santrapur is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santrapur 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 Santrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santrapur 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 Santrapur
Where is Santrapur located?
Santrapur village is located in Gandia Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santrapur is Karamul.
What is the pincode of Santrapur?
The pincode of Santrapur is 759016.
What is the population of Santrapur?
Santrapur had a total population of 190, including 111 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Santrapur?
Santrapur had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santrapur was 25.15%. Male literacy was 30.00% and female literacy was 18.31%.