Santo
Santo is a village located in Behror tehsil of Alwar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Behror (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Alwar. As per 2009 stats, Santo village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Santo unique in its vibrant Behror-Alwar region. You’ll see Santo’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Santo
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santo is 071788. The village spans a total geographical area of 402 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 301708. Behror is nearest town to Santo village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Santo village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Behror Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Alwar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Santo
Population of Santo
According to the 2011 Census, Santo has a total population of about 1,591, with approximately 841 males and 750 females. The sex ratio is around 891 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 186 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 252 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 15. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.70%, with male literacy at about 79.43% and female literacy near 58.80%. There are around 303 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Santo's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,591 | 841 | 750 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 110 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 131 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,109 | 668 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 482 | 173 | 309 |
Connectivity of Santo
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Santo. As per the 2011 stats, Santo had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Santo
Knowing the nearby villages of Santo helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Santo.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santo
- Where is Santo located?
- Santo village is situated in Behror Tehsil, within the Alwar district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santo?
- Santo serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Santo?
- The pincode of Santo is 301708, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Santo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santo is 1,591, with 841 males and 750 females.
- How many households are there in Santo as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santo village has a total of 303 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santo as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santo is 69.70%. The male literacy rate is 79.43%, while the female literacy rate is 58.80%.