Santra - Ghasipura, Keonjhar
Santra is a village situated in the Ghasipura tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Ghasipura and around 94 km from Kendujhar. Baripal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santra is 386906. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 758025 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Santra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghasipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santra
As per Census 2011, Santra village has a total population of 565 people, consisting of 284 males and 281 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 289 literate and 276 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 367 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 565 | 284 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 187 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 190 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 94 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Santra
Santra 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 Santra
Santra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Santra.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anandapur to Santra is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Santra is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santra 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santra
Where is Santra located?
Santra village is located in Ghasipura Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santra?
The Gram Panchayat of Santra is Baripal.
What is the pincode of Santra?
The pincode of Santra is 758025.
What is the population of Santra?
Santra has a total population of 565, including 284 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Santra?
There are 131 households in Santra.
What is the literacy rate in Santra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santra is 51.15%. Male literacy is 66.90% and female literacy is 35.23%.