Santhapada - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Santhapada is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Bandhapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santhapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santhapada is 395933. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 754246 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Santhapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santhapada
According to the 2011 Census, Santhapada village had a total population of 1,281 people, including 644 males and 637 females, living in 269 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.95%, with male literacy at 96.70% and female literacy at 87.03%.
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 | 1,281 | 644 | 637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 69 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,039 | 556 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 88 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Santhapada
Santhapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manikapatna | North-West | 1.46 km |
| Nagada | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Bandhapatana | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Ostia | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Madhyapara | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Bala Bhadrapur | South | 1.89 km |
| Balikana | East | 2.36 km |
| Firikidandi | South | 2.36 km |
| Damar Pur | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Naladia | North | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santhapada
Santhapada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Paradip, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Santhapada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Santhapada is about 42 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 Santhapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santhapada 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santhapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santhapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santhapada
Where is Santhapada located?
Santhapada village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santhapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Santhapada is Bandhapada.
What is the pincode of Santhapada?
The pincode of Santhapada is 754246.
What is the population of Santhapada?
Santhapada had a total population of 1,281, including 644 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Santhapada?
Santhapada had 269 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santhapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santhapada was 91.95%. Male literacy was 96.70% and female literacy was 87.03%.