Santosh Nagar - Sahara, Bhilwara
Santosh Nagar is a village situated in the Sahara tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahara and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhilwara. Aamli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santosh Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santosh Nagar is 095461. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.3 hectares and falls under the 311806 pincode. Gangapur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Santosh Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santosh Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Santosh Nagar village had a total population of 263 people, including 129 males and 134 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.41%, with male literacy at 67.26% and female literacy at 28.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 263 | 129 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 76 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 53 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Santosh Nagar
Santosh Nagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paboonagar | East | 2.05 km |
| Cheed Khera | West | 3.26 km |
| Kala Dhoondha | South | 3.55 km |
| Shivrati (rural) | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Mahendragarh | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Bagpura | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Boriyapura | North | 4.76 km |
| Ekling Pura | East | 4.82 km |
| Bhagatpuriya | North-East | 4.85 km |
| Dareeba | South | 5.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santosh Nagar
Santosh Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhilwara, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangapur to Santosh Nagar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhilwara to Santosh Nagar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santosh Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santosh Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Santosh Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santosh Nagar 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 Santosh Nagar
Where is Santosh Nagar located?
Santosh Nagar village is located in Sahara Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santosh Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Santosh Nagar is Aamli.
What is the pincode of Santosh Nagar?
The pincode of Santosh Nagar is 311806.
What is the population of Santosh Nagar?
Santosh Nagar had a total population of 263, including 129 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Santosh Nagar?
Santosh Nagar had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santosh Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santosh Nagar was 47.41%. Male literacy was 67.26% and female literacy was 28.57%.