Santarapur - Ranapur, Nayagarh
Santarapur is a village situated in the Ranapur tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranapur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Narasinghpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santarapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santarapur is 406886. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 752026 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Santarapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santarapur
As per Census 2011, Santarapur village has a total population of 415 people, consisting of 204 males and 211 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 287 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 141 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santarapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 415 | 204 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 22 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 65 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 156 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 48 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Santarapur
Santarapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Namagaria | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Jhadapada | South | 1.33 km |
| Narasinghpur | North | 1.42 km |
| Natima | East | 1.64 km |
| Wainlorautarapur | West | 1.84 km |
| Jokagadia | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Khandisi | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Borigaon | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Badabaramul | West | 2.38 km |
| Bokakhai | South-East | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santarapur
Santarapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhusandpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Santarapur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santarapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santarapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Santarapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santarapur 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 Santarapur
Where is Santarapur located?
Santarapur village is located in Ranapur Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santarapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santarapur is Narasinghpur.
What is the pincode of Santarapur?
The pincode of Santarapur is 752026.
What is the population of Santarapur?
Santarapur has a total population of 415, including 204 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Santarapur?
There are 89 households in Santarapur.
What is the literacy rate in Santarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santarapur is 69.16%. Male literacy is 76.47% and female literacy is 62.09%.