Santroo - Raniwara, Jalore
Santroo is a village situated in the Raniwara tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 17 km from Raniwara and around 123 km from Jalor. Kura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santroo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santroo is 089827. The village covers a total geographical area of 1583 hectares and falls under the 343040 pincode. Bhinmal is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Santroo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santroo
As per Census 2011, Santroo village has a total population of 2,578 people, consisting of 1,282 males and 1,296 females. The village has 483 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 495 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 937 literate and 1,641 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 401 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santroo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,578 | 1,282 | 1,296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 495 | 241 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 401 | 185 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 937 | 668 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,641 | 614 | 1,027 |
Nearby Villages of Santroo
Santroo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pal | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Kura | South | 3.29 km |
| Karwara | North | 4.13 km |
| Heerpura | South-East | 4.61 km |
| Vadal | East | 4.99 km |
| Mokhatara | North-West | 5.01 km |
| Khera Sariyana | North-East | 5.19 km |
| Sewara | South-West | 5.76 km |
| Gang | South | 5.99 km |
| Jalera Khurd | East | 6.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santroo
Santroo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Raniwara, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 149.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bhinmal to Santroo is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Santroo is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santroo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santroo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Santroo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santroo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santroo
Where is Santroo located?
Santroo village is located in Raniwara Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santroo?
The Gram Panchayat of Santroo is Kura.
What is the pincode of Santroo?
The pincode of Santroo is 343040.
What is the population of Santroo?
Santroo has a total population of 2,578, including 1,282 males and 1,296 females.
How many households are there in Santroo?
There are 483 households in Santroo.
What is the literacy rate in Santroo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santroo is 36.35%. Male literacy is 52.11% and female literacy is 20.76%.