Santokpura - Shahpura, Bhilwara
Santokpura is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Bhilwara. Mataji Ka Khera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santokpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santokpura is 094943. The village covers a total geographical area of 321.31 hectares and falls under the 311407 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Shahpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhilwara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santokpura
As per Census 2011, Santokpura village has a total population of 740 people, consisting of 391 males and 349 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 338 literate and 402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santokpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 740 | 391 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 75 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 338 | 265 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 126 | 276 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Topa @ Nayagaon | North-East | 1.02 km |
| Amarpura | North | 1.98 km |
| Laxmipura | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Balapura | East | 2.77 km |
| Bhagwan Pura | East | 3.03 km |
| Bheempura | North | 3.46 km |
| Rahar | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Sankhliya | North-West | 4.13 km |
| Sudarshanpura | West | 4.52 km |
| Kadi Sahna | South-East | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santokpura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Santokpura. The nearest railway station is Sareri, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Santokpura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhilwara to Santokpura is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santokpura
Where is Santokpura located?
Santokpura village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santokpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Santokpura is Mataji Ka Khera.
What is the pincode of Santokpura?
The pincode of Santokpura is 311407.
What is the population of Santokpura?
Santokpura has a total population of 740, including 391 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Santokpura?
There are 148 households in Santokpura.
What is the literacy rate in Santokpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santokpura is 45.68%. Male literacy is 67.77% and female literacy is 20.92%.