Santar - Baberu, Banda
Santar is a village situated in the Baberu tehsil of Banda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baberu and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Banda. Santar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santar is 155024. The village covers a total geographical area of 576.51 hectares and falls under the 210121 pincode.
Santar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baberu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santar
According to the 2011 Census, Santar village had a total population of 1,447 people, including 756 males and 691 females, living in 274 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.80%, with male literacy at 87.26% and female literacy at 56.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 469.
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 | 1,447 | 756 | 691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 128 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 469 | 253 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 870 | 548 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 577 | 208 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Santar
Santar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umarahanee | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Kuchendoo | West | 2.09 km |
| Vinwat | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Rayan | South | 3.60 km |
| Kayal | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Guroulee Saphaee | East | 3.74 km |
| Poon | North | 3.80 km |
| Umaree | West | 4.11 km |
| Baberu Dehat | North-West | 4.59 km |
| Dataura | East | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santar
Santar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Atarra, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Banda to Santar is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santar 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 Santar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santar 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 Santar
Where is Santar located?
Santar village is located in Baberu Tehsil, Banda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santar?
Santar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Santar?
The pincode of Santar is 210121.
What is the population of Santar?
Santar had a total population of 1,447, including 756 males and 691 females.
How many households are there in Santar?
Santar had 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santar was 72.80%. Male literacy was 87.26% and female literacy was 56.79%.