Santo - Mandhan, Kotputli-Behror
Santo is a village situated in the Mandhan tehsil of Kotputli-Behror district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from Behror and around 90 km from Alwar. Santo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santo is 071788. The village covers a total geographical area of 402 hectares and falls under the 301708 pincode. Behror is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Santo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Behror Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Alwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santo
As per Census 2011, Santo village has a total population of 1,591 people, consisting of 841 males and 750 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,109 literate and 482 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,591 | 841 | 750 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 110 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 131 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,109 | 668 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 482 | 173 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Santo
Santo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beeghana Jat | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Raisarana | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Kundal | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Nangli Balai | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Porula | West | 3.34 km |
| Rajgarh | South | 3.50 km |
| Govindpur | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Badhrana | East | 3.75 km |
| Dharan | South-East | 3.93 km |
| Narsinghpur Garhi | South-East | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santo
Public transport in the Santo is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pali, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Behror to Santo is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alwar to Santo is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santo 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santo
Where is Santo located?
Santo village is located in Mandhan Tehsil, Kotputli-Behror district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santo?
Santo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Santo?
The pincode of Santo is 301708.
What is the population of Santo?
Santo has a total population of 1,591, including 841 males and 750 females.
How many households are there in Santo?
There are 303 households in Santo.
What is the literacy rate in Santo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santo is 69.70%. Male literacy is 79.43% and female literacy is 58.80%.