Santokpura - Bayana, Bharatpur
Santokpura is a village situated in the Bayana tehsil of Bharatpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bayana and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Bharatpur. Naroli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santokpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santokpura is 075074. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.99 hectares and falls under the 321410 pincode. Bayana is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Santokpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bayana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santokpura
According to the 2011 Census, Santokpura village had a total population of 955 people, including 534 males and 421 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 788 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.47%, with male literacy at 90.09% and female literacy at 57.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 664.
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 | 955 | 534 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 70 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 664 | 376 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 637 | 418 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 116 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Santokpura
Santokpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagla Kurwariya | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Chak Balrampur | East | 1.62 km |
| Naroli | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Sadhpura | North | 1.73 km |
| Thikariya | East | 1.78 km |
| Purabai Khera | West | 2.33 km |
| Kakraua | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Kothi Khera | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Chaukhanda | North | 2.65 km |
| Nadi Gaon | North-West | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santokpura
Santokpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Salabad, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bayana to Santokpura is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharatpur to Santokpura is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santokpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santokpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Santokpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santokpura 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Santokpura
Where is Santokpura located?
Santokpura village is located in Bayana Tehsil, Bharatpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santokpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Santokpura is Naroli.
What is the pincode of Santokpura?
The pincode of Santokpura is 321410.
What is the population of Santokpura?
Santokpura had a total population of 955, including 534 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Santokpura?
Santokpura had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santokpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santokpura was 75.47%. Male literacy was 90.09% and female literacy was 57.63%.