Santo - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Santo is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Thailo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santo is 398267. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 754108 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Santo 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 Santo
As per Census 2011, Santo village has a total population of 520 people, consisting of 274 males and 246 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 347 literate and 173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 520 | 274 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 40 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 107 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 184 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 90 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Santo
Santo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanti | North-West | 0.81 km |
| Alikanta | East | 0.91 km |
| Jangal | South | 1.24 km |
| Donda | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Baharana | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Dhaniso | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Suanlo | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Alabola | West | 1.85 km |
| Talakusuma | North | 2.09 km |
| Thailo | South-East | 2.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santo
Santo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Santo is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Santo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santo
Where is Santo located?
Santo village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santo?
The Gram Panchayat of Santo is Thailo.
What is the pincode of Santo?
The pincode of Santo is 754108.
What is the population of Santo?
Santo has a total population of 520, including 274 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Santo?
There are 109 households in Santo.
What is the literacy rate in Santo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santo is 66.73%. Male literacy is 67.15% and female literacy is 66.26%.