Santarapur - Kodala, Ganjam
Santarapur is a village situated in the Kodala tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodala and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Phasi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santarapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santarapur is 411758. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 761032 pincode. Kodala is the nearest town, located about 2 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 Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santarapur
According to the 2011 Census, Santarapur village had a total population of 575 people, including 294 males and 281 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.25%, with male literacy at 74.44% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 575 | 294 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 198 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 96 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Santarapur
Santarapur 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 Santarapur
Santarapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kodala to Santarapur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Santarapur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santarapur
Where is Santarapur located?
Santarapur village is located in Kodala Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santarapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santarapur is Phasi.
What is the pincode of Santarapur?
The pincode of Santarapur is 761032.
What is the population of Santarapur?
Santarapur had a total population of 575, including 294 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Santarapur?
Santarapur had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santarapur was 65.25%. Male literacy was 74.44% and female literacy was 55.56%.