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
According to the 2011 Census, Santra village had a total population of 565 people, including 284 males and 281 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.88%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 41.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 367.
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 | 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 had a total population of 565, including 284 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Santra?
Santra had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santra was 61.88%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 41.77%.