Santara - Gida, Balotra
Santara is a village situated in the Gida tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 36 km from Baytoo and around 90 km from Barmer. Santra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santara is 087127. The village covers a total geographical area of 1214.65 hectares and falls under the 344802 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
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 Santara
As per Census 2011, Santara village has a total population of 1,578 people, consisting of 820 males and 758 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 817 literate and 761 illiterate residents. Additionally, 515 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,578 | 820 | 758 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 174 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 515 | 257 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 817 | 521 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 761 | 299 | 462 |
Nearby Villages of Santara
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dholu | North | 1.60 km |
| Pabolai | South | 1.92 km |
| Kerala | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Jhoond Daksin | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Radiya Talar | West | 3.34 km |
| Kharapar | South | 3.50 km |
| Cheebi | East | 4.04 km |
| Utarani | North | 4.43 km |
| Chainpura | North | 4.69 km |
| Jhoond | South-West | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santara
Santara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gole, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.2 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 Santara is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Santara is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in 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 Santara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santara
Where is Santara located?
Santara village is located in Gida Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santara?
The Gram Panchayat of Santara is Santra.
What is the pincode of Santara?
The pincode of Santara is 344802.
What is the population of Santara?
Santara has a total population of 1,578, including 820 males and 758 females.
How many households are there in Santara?
There are 281 households in Santara.
What is the literacy rate in Santara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santara is 51.77%. Male literacy is 63.54% and female literacy is 39.05%.