Santaras - Kakatpur, Puri
Santaras is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Konark and around 50 km from Puri. Kaduanuagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santaras village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santaras is 409297. The village covers a total geographical area of 229 hectares and falls under the 752111 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Santaras village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santaras
According to the 2011 Census, Santaras village had a total population of 836 people, including 441 males and 395 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.07%, with male literacy at 89.66% and female literacy at 75.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 836 | 441 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 643 | 364 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 77 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Santaras
Santaras 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bobua | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Badakusti | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Upula | North | 1.51 km |
| Dhanitri | West | 1.64 km |
| Kantimala | East | 1.78 km |
| Murudabada | North | 1.85 km |
| Kajalpatia | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Bamara | South | 2.16 km |
| Samakula | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Pubei | South-West | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santaras
Santaras is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malatipatpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Konark to Santaras is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Santaras is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santaras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santaras 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Santaras
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santaras 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 Santaras
Where is Santaras located?
Santaras village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santaras?
The Gram Panchayat of Santaras is Kaduanuagaon.
What is the pincode of Santaras?
The pincode of Santaras is 752111.
What is the population of Santaras?
Santaras had a total population of 836, including 441 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Santaras?
Santaras had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santaras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santaras was 83.07%. Male literacy was 89.66% and female literacy was 75.82%.