Santarpalli - Kabisuryanagar, Ganjam
Santarpalli is a village situated in the Kabisuryanagar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kabisuryanagar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Kaniari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santarpalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santarpalli is 411375. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 761104 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Santarpalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aska Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Santarpalli
According to the 2011 Census, Santarpalli village had a total population of 1,536 people, including 774 males and 762 females, living in 343 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.20%, with male literacy at 68.91% and female literacy at 51.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 268.
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 | 1,536 | 774 | 762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 89 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 139 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 829 | 472 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 302 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Santarpalli
Santarpalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barida | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Kusapalli | South | 1.44 km |
| Nachunibadi | North | 1.51 km |
| Kaniari | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Madhurajholli | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Sahapur | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Sandhinuapalli | West | 2.37 km |
| Badachadhiapada | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Narayanpur | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Kandhapalli | North | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santarpalli
Santarpalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jagan Nathapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.3 km.
| 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 Asika to Santarpalli is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Santarpalli is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santarpalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santarpalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Santarpalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santarpalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santarpalli
Where is Santarpalli located?
Santarpalli village is located in Kabisuryanagar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santarpalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Santarpalli is Kaniari.
What is the pincode of Santarpalli?
The pincode of Santarpalli is 761104.
What is the population of Santarpalli?
Santarpalli had a total population of 1,536, including 774 males and 762 females.
How many households are there in Santarpalli?
Santarpalli had 343 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santarpalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santarpalli was 60.20%. Male literacy was 68.91% and female literacy was 51.59%.