Santora Kalan - Tinwari, Jodhpur
Santora Kalan is a village situated in the Tinwari tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 53 km from Osian and around 43 km from Jodhpur. Santora Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santora Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santora Kalan is 084658. The village covers a total geographical area of 622.95 hectares and falls under the 342024 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Santora Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Osian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santora Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Santora Kalan village had a total population of 512 people, including 267 males and 245 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.94%, with male literacy at 72.97% and female literacy at 32.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 512 | 267 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 162 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 105 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Santora Kalan
Santora Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Santora Khurd | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Basni Sepha | South | 2.72 km |
| Bheroo Nagar | West | 3.48 km |
| Basnimanna | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Doli Nerwa | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Anopsingh Nagar | North-West | 4.15 km |
| Nerwa Charnan | North-East | 4.17 km |
| Basni Bhatiyan | East | 4.33 km |
| Veer Tejaji Nagar | East | 5.61 km |
| Hanuman Nagar | North-West | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santora Kalan
Santora Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tivari, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Jodhpur to Santora Kalan is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santora Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santora Kalan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Santora Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santora Kalan 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 Santora Kalan
Where is Santora Kalan located?
Santora Kalan village is located in Tinwari Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santora Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Santora Kalan is Santora Khurd.
What is the pincode of Santora Kalan?
The pincode of Santora Kalan is 342024.
What is the population of Santora Kalan?
Santora Kalan had a total population of 512, including 267 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Santora Kalan?
Santora Kalan had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santora Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santora Kalan was 53.94%. Male literacy was 72.97% and female literacy was 32.49%.