Santirbazar - Santirbazar, South Tripura
Santirbazar is a village situated in the Santirbazar subdivision of South Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 1 km from Bokafa and around 36 km from Udaipur. Kanchannagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santirbazar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santirbazar is 272315. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.74 hectares and falls under the 799144 pincode. Sanatirbazar is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Santirbazar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santirbazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santirbazar
As per Census 2011, Santirbazar village has a total population of 3,199 people, consisting of 1,627 males and 1,572 females. The village has 864 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,597 literate and 602 illiterate residents. Additionally, 498 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 535 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santirbazar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,199 | 1,627 | 1,572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 165 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 498 | 238 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 535 | 276 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 2,597 | 1,387 | 1,210 |
| Illiterate Population | 602 | 240 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Santirbazar
Santirbazar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Laugang | South | 2.85 km |
| Gardang | West | 3.20 km |
| Chhaigharia | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Radhakishoreganj | East | 3.58 km |
| Paschim Manu | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Paschim Kathalia | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Bagafa | North-East | 4.32 km |
| Baikora | South-East | 4.68 km |
| Paschim Charakbai | South | 5.32 km |
| Chittamara | West | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santirbazar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Santirbazar. The nearest railway station is Jirania, while the nearest airport is Agartala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanatirbazar to Santirbazar is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Santirbazar is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santirbazar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santirbazar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Santirbazar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santirbazar 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 Santirbazar
Where is Santirbazar located?
Santirbazar village is located in Santirbazar Subdivision, South Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santirbazar?
The Gram Panchayat of Santirbazar is Kanchannagar.
What is the pincode of Santirbazar?
The pincode of Santirbazar is 799144.
What is the population of Santirbazar?
Santirbazar has a total population of 3,199, including 1,627 males and 1,572 females.
How many households are there in Santirbazar?
There are 864 households in Santirbazar.
What is the literacy rate in Santirbazar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santirbazar is 81.18%. Male literacy is 85.25% and female literacy is 76.97%.