Santararatnapalli - Purushottampur, Ganjam
Santararatnapalli is a village situated in the Purushottampur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Kabisuryanagar and around 46 km from Chatrapur. Badakharida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santararatnapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santararatnapalli is 411444. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 761104 pincode. Purusottampur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Santararatnapalli 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 Santararatnapalli
As per Census 2011, Santararatnapalli village has a total population of 1,286 people, consisting of 636 males and 650 females. The village has 275 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 837 literate and 449 illiterate residents. Additionally, 265 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santararatnapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,286 | 636 | 650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 99 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 135 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 837 | 478 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 158 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Santararatnapalli
Santararatnapalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Inam Taliamapalli | West | 0.79 km |
| Banae | South-East | 0.90 km |
| Sanamuktamalajemadeipur | West | 2.28 km |
| Badakarida | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Baksipalli | West | 2.67 km |
| Jarada | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Rajpur | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Nutanaramasabagada | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Badaagula | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Kharidaber Jaganathpur | South | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santararatnapalli
Santararatnapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Narasimhapura, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.6 km.
| 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 Purusottampur to Santararatnapalli is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Santararatnapalli is about 46 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 Santararatnapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santararatnapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Santararatnapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santararatnapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Santararatnapalli
Where is Santararatnapalli located?
Santararatnapalli village is located in Purushottampur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santararatnapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Santararatnapalli is Badakharida.
What is the pincode of Santararatnapalli?
The pincode of Santararatnapalli is 761104.
What is the population of Santararatnapalli?
Santararatnapalli has a total population of 1,286, including 636 males and 650 females.
How many households are there in Santararatnapalli?
There are 275 households in Santararatnapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Santararatnapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santararatnapalli is 65.09%. Male literacy is 75.16% and female literacy is 55.23%.