Chak Santara - Gida, Balotra
Chak Santara is a village situated in the Gida tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from Baytoo and around 94 km from Barmer. Radiya Talar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Santara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Santara is 087094. The village covers a total geographical area of 1108.5 hectares and falls under the 344034 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Chak Santara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baytoo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Santara
As per Census 2011, Chak Santara village has a total population of 834 people, consisting of 438 males and 396 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 435 literate and 399 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Santara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 834 | 438 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 96 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 69 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 264 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 174 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Santara
Chak Santara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhim Gaon | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Chiriya | South | 2.23 km |
| Sakari | East | 2.62 km |
| Aklabya Nagar | North | 3.46 km |
| Jajawa Iejee | West | 3.72 km |
| Lopali | South-West | 3.92 km |
| Radiya Talar | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Jajawa | North-West | 4.73 km |
| Jhoond Daksin | South-East | 5.53 km |
| Rajpura | North | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Santara
Public transport in the Chak Santara is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhimarlai, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balotra to Chak Santara is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Chak Santara 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 Chak Santara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Santara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Santara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Santara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Santara
Where is Chak Santara located?
Chak Santara village is located in Gida Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Santara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Santara is Radiya Talar.
What is the pincode of Chak Santara?
The pincode of Chak Santara is 344034.
What is the population of Chak Santara?
Chak Santara has a total population of 834, including 438 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Chak Santara?
There are 155 households in Chak Santara.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Santara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Santara is 52.16%. Male literacy is 60.27% and female literacy is 43.18%.