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
According to the 2011 Census, Santha village had a total population of 6,556 people, including 3,526 males and 3,030 females, living in 1,122 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.03%, with male literacy at 83.82% and female literacy at 49.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 961, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4,202.
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 | 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 had a total population of 6,556, including 3,526 males and 3,030 females.
How many households are there in Santha?
Santha had 1,122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santha was 68.03%. Male literacy was 83.82% and female literacy was 49.75%.