Santarpur - Purushottampur, Ganjam
Santarpur is a village situated in the Purushottampur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Kabisuryanagar and around 60 km from Chatrapur. Jhadabai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santarpur is 411459. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 761104 pincode. Kavisurjyanagar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Santarpur 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 Santarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Santarpur village had a total population of 1,191 people, including 625 males and 566 females, living in 235 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.71%, with male literacy at 89.24% and female literacy at 62.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 1,191 | 625 | 566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 86 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 787 | 481 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 144 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Santarpur
Santarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhadabai | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Ambilapalli | West | 1.97 km |
| Gudiali | North | 2.00 km |
| Jhadabandha | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Tankachhai | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Jarada | East | 2.88 km |
| Gopapur | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Mahachhai | South | 3.22 km |
| Sunarijhola | West | 3.24 km |
| Sanamuktamalajemadeipur | North-East | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santarpur
Santarpur 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 105.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kavisurjyanagar to Santarpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Santarpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santarpur
Where is Santarpur located?
Santarpur village is located in Purushottampur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santarpur is Jhadabai.
What is the pincode of Santarpur?
The pincode of Santarpur is 761104.
What is the population of Santarpur?
Santarpur had a total population of 1,191, including 625 males and 566 females.
How many households are there in Santarpur?
Santarpur had 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santarpur was 76.71%. Male literacy was 89.24% and female literacy was 62.83%.