Santinagar - Surada, Ganjam
Santinagar is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 73 km from Badagada and around 143 km from Chatrapur. Merrikota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santinagar is 410933. The village covers a total geographical area of 12 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Santinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Santinagar village had a total population of 110 people, including 62 males and 48 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 774 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.46%, with male literacy at 38.78% and female literacy at 22.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 109.
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 | 110 | 62 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 62 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 43 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Santinagar
Santinagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bapujinagar | North | 1.47 km |
| Majhigam | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Banapur | East | 2.32 km |
| Loharagam | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Kumbharajholi | South | 2.56 km |
| Mainsikhata | East | 2.79 km |
| Rangagudi | South-West | 3.44 km |
| Merikote | South | 3.73 km |
| Jera | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Nandapur | West | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santinagar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Santinagar. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Brahmapur to Santinagar is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Santinagar is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Santinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santinagar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Santinagar
Where is Santinagar located?
Santinagar village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Santinagar is Merrikota.
What is the pincode of Santinagar?
The pincode of Santinagar is 761109.
What is the population of Santinagar?
Santinagar had a total population of 110, including 62 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Santinagar?
Santinagar had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santinagar was 31.46%. Male literacy was 38.78% and female literacy was 22.50%.