Santaragadia - Dangadi, Jajpur
Santaragadia is a village situated in the Dangadi tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 31 km from Tomka and around 43 km from Jajapur . Uchabali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santaragadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santaragadia is 400502. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 755020 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Santaragadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sukinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santaragadia
As per Census 2011, Santaragadia village has a total population of 1,047 people, consisting of 534 males and 513 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 764 literate and 283 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 532 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santaragadia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,047 | 534 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 123 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 532 | 258 | 274 |
| Literate Population | 764 | 436 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 98 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Santaragadia
Santaragadia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Noharani Pokhari | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Telibedha | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Kumbhanagara | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Dianpal | West | 1.58 km |
| Uchabali | East | 1.72 km |
| Jadikhaman | South | 1.85 km |
| Dahanigadia | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Tura | East | 2.17 km |
| Tarailo | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Hatisila | North | 2.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santaragadia
Santaragadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tomka, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Santaragadia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jajapur to Santaragadia is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santaragadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santaragadia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santaragadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santaragadia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santaragadia
Where is Santaragadia located?
Santaragadia village is located in Dangadi Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santaragadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Santaragadia is Uchabali.
What is the pincode of Santaragadia?
The pincode of Santaragadia is 755020.
What is the population of Santaragadia?
Santaragadia has a total population of 1,047, including 534 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Santaragadia?
There are 229 households in Santaragadia.
What is the literacy rate in Santaragadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santaragadia is 72.97%. Male literacy is 81.65% and female literacy is 63.94%.