Santpur - Narala, Kalahandi
Santpur is a village situated in the Narala tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narala and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Santpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santpur is 422833. The village covers a total geographical area of 285 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Santpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santpur
As per Census 2011, Santpur village has a total population of 1,761 people, consisting of 873 males and 888 females. The village has 461 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,218 literate and 543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 446 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,761 | 873 | 888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 111 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 67 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 214 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 1,218 | 670 | 548 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 203 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Santpur
Santpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanadhar Pur | East | 1.25 km |
| Badchiching | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Madhel | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Khaing | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Ghughurbahali | North | 1.66 km |
| Sanchiching | West | 1.67 km |
| Sukunabhata | North | 1.99 km |
| Badadharpur | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Tikirapara | South | 2.25 km |
| Tekartola | East | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santpur
Santpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is G. Ramchandrapur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Santpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Santpur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Santpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santpur
Where is Santpur located?
Santpur village is located in Narala Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santpur?
Santpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Santpur?
The pincode of Santpur is 766100.
What is the population of Santpur?
Santpur has a total population of 1,761, including 873 males and 888 females.
How many households are there in Santpur?
There are 461 households in Santpur.
What is the literacy rate in Santpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santpur is 69.17%. Male literacy is 76.75% and female literacy is 61.71%.