Santara

Santara is a village located in Indus subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.5km away from sub-district headquarter Indus. Bankura is the district headquarter of Santara village. As per 2009 stats, Amrul is the gram panchayat of Santara village.

Santara has its own place in the vibrant Bankura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Santara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santara is 327757. The village spans a total geographical area of 107.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722205. Sonamukhi is nearest town to Santara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

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Population of Santara

Below is a concise population overview of Santara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 406 209 197
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 66 33 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) 163 78 85
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 276 157 119
Illiterate Population 130 52 78

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Santara village:

  • The total population of Santara village is around 406, including approximately 209 males and 197 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 66 children aged 0–6 years in Santara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Santara village has 163 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Santara village is about 67.98%, with male literacy at 75.12% and female literacy at 60.41%.
  • There are around 87 households in Santara village.

Connectivity of Santara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Santara. As per the 2011 stats, Santara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Santara

Knowing the nearby villages of Santara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Santara.

Tentulmuri Chandpur Singer Bandh Simulia Bagmari Rasulpur Keneti Panjkona Amrul Abdulpur Karisunda

Frequently Asked Questions about Santara

Where is Santara located?
Santara village is situated in Indus Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santara?
The Gram Panchayat of Santara is Amrul (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Santara?
The pincode of Santara is 722205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Santara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santara is 406, with 209 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Santara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Santara village has a total of 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santara is 67.98%. The male literacy rate is 75.12%, while the female literacy rate is 60.41%.