Santha - Mahwa, Dausa
Santha is a village situated in the Mahwa tehsil of Dausa district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahwa and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Dausa. Santha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santha is 078250. The village covers a total geographical area of 835 hectares and falls under the 321612 pincode. Dausa is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Santha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dausa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santha
As per Census 2011, Santha village has a total population of 6,556 people, consisting of 3,526 males and 3,030 females. The village has 1,122 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,039 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,753 literate and 2,803 illiterate residents. Additionally, 961 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,202 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,556 | 3,526 | 3,030 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,039 | 566 | 473 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 961 | 523 | 438 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,202 | 2,235 | 1,967 |
| Literate Population | 3,753 | 2,481 | 1,272 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,803 | 1,045 | 1,758 |
Nearby Villages of Santha
Santha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gahnoli | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Palanhera | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Bhopur Shahpur | West | 2.53 km |
| Machan Ka Pura | East | 2.63 km |
| Balloopura | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Mohanpur | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Gazipur | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Pahari | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Khohra | South | 3.23 km |
| Randheergarh | North-East | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santha
Santha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghosrana, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dausa to Santha is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Santha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santha
Where is Santha located?
Santha village is located in Mahwa Tehsil, Dausa district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santha?
Santha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Santha?
The pincode of Santha is 321612.
What is the population of Santha?
Santha has a total population of 6,556, including 3,526 males and 3,030 females.
How many households are there in Santha?
There are 1,122 households in Santha.
What is the literacy rate in Santha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santha is 57.25%. Male literacy is 70.36% and female literacy is 41.98%.