Santara - Indus, Bankura
Santara is a village situated in the Indus subdivision of Bankura district, West Bengal. Amrul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santara is 327757. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.04 hectares and falls under the 722205 pincode. Sonamukhi is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Santara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santara
According to the 2011 Census, Santara village had a total population of 406 people, including 209 males and 197 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.18%, with male literacy at 89.20% and female literacy at 72.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163.
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 | 406 | 209 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 78 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 157 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 52 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Santara
Santara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singer Bandh | East | 0.84 km |
| Keneti | North-West | 0.91 km |
| Rasulpur | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Chandpur | East | 1.54 km |
| Panjkona | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Karisunda | East | 2.18 km |
| Amrul | North | 2.21 km |
| Sahisnara | South | 2.22 km |
| Nunduri | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Abdulpur | North-East | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santara
Santara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bishnupur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sonamukhi to Santara is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santara
Where is Santara located?
Santara village is located in Indus Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santara?
The Gram Panchayat of Santara is Amrul.
What is the pincode of Santara?
The pincode of Santara is 722205.
What is the population of Santara?
Santara had a total population of 406, including 209 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Santara?
Santara had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santara was 81.18%. Male literacy was 89.20% and female literacy was 72.56%.