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
According to the 2011 Census, Santarapur village had a total population of 674 people, including 343 males and 331 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.72%, with male literacy at 89.93% and female literacy at 75.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 674 | 343 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 45 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 674, including 343 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Santarapur?
Santarapur had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santarapur was 82.72%. Male literacy was 89.93% and female literacy was 75.66%.