Santabandha - Khallikote, Ganjam
Santabandha is a village situated in the Khallikote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Khalikote and around 45 km from Chatrapur. Naikanipalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santabandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santabandha is 411907. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 761031 pincode. Khalikote is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Santabandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khalikote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santabandha
According to the 2011 Census, Santabandha village had a total population of 365 people, including 177 males and 188 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.31%, with male literacy at 89.31% and female literacy at 61.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 120.
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 | 365 | 177 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 56 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 142 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 35 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Santabandha
Santabandha 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 Santabandha
Santabandha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khalikote to Santabandha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Santabandha is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santabandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santabandha 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 Santabandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santabandha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santabandha
Where is Santabandha located?
Santabandha village is located in Khallikote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santabandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Santabandha is Naikanipalli.
What is the pincode of Santabandha?
The pincode of Santabandha is 761031.
What is the population of Santabandha?
Santabandha had a total population of 365, including 177 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Santabandha?
Santabandha had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santabandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santabandha was 75.31%. Male literacy was 89.31% and female literacy was 61.82%.