Santola - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Santola is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ersama and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Pokhiriapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santola is 397420. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 754138 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Santola 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 Santola
As per Census 2011, Santola village has a total population of 348 people, consisting of 175 males and 173 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 73 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 348 | 175 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 151 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 24 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Santola
Santola is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Santola
Public transport in the Santola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Santola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Santola is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Santola
Where is Santola located?
Santola village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santola?
The Gram Panchayat of Santola is Pokhiriapada.
What is the pincode of Santola?
The pincode of Santola is 754138.
What is the population of Santola?
Santola has a total population of 348, including 175 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Santola?
There are 83 households in Santola.
What is the literacy rate in Santola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santola is 79.02%. Male literacy is 86.29% and female literacy is 71.68%.