Santarapur - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Santarapur is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Osakana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santarapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santarapur is 398397. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 754119 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santarapur
As per Census 2011, Santarapur village has a total population of 674 people, consisting of 343 males and 331 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 498 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santarapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 674 | 343 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 45 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 498 | 268 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 75 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Santarapur
Santarapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Praharajpur | South-West | 0.53 km |
| Paikarapur | North | 1.04 km |
| Padmalavapur | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Anantpur | East | 1.31 km |
| Osakana | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Sonaosokana | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Jaganathpur | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Sanapanitira | West | 1.93 km |
| Rahana | North | 2.11 km |
| Kalamchatara | West | 2.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santarapur
Santarapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Santarapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | 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 Santarapur
Where is Santarapur located?
Santarapur village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santarapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santarapur is Osakana.
What is the pincode of Santarapur?
The pincode of Santarapur is 754119.
What is the population of Santarapur?
Santarapur has a total population of 674, including 343 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Santarapur?
There are 129 households in Santarapur.
What is the literacy rate in Santarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santarapur is 73.89%. Male literacy is 78.13% and female literacy is 69.49%.