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
As per Census 2011, Santarapur village has a total population of 575 people, consisting of 294 males and 281 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 338 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santarapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 575 | 294 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| 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 has a total population of 575, including 294 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Santarapur?
There are 117 households in Santarapur.
What is the literacy rate in Santarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santarapur is 58.78%. Male literacy is 67.35% and female literacy is 49.82%.