Saintara - Kotulpur, Bankura
Saintara is a village situated in the Kotulpur subdivision of Bankura district, West Bengal. Mirzapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saintara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saintara is 327859. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.61 hectares and falls under the 722154 pincode. Bishnupur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Saintara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katulpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bishnupur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saintara
According to the 2011 Census, Saintara village had a total population of 1,203 people, including 617 males and 586 females, living in 292 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.45%, with male literacy at 90.43% and female literacy at 75.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 371.
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 | 1,203 | 617 | 586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 42 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 200 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 923 | 520 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 97 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Saintara
Saintara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sadhuadal | North | 0.78 km |
| Baragaria | East | 1.39 km |
| Ghatkol | South | 1.53 km |
| Hariharchak | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Purusottampur | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Mirzapur | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Dasdighi | West | 1.83 km |
| Bharatpur | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Tanadighi | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Lokpur | North | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saintara
Saintara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Piardoba, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bishnupur to Saintara is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saintara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saintara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saintara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saintara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saintara
Where is Saintara located?
Saintara village is located in Kotulpur Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saintara?
The Gram Panchayat of Saintara is Mirzapur.
What is the pincode of Saintara?
The pincode of Saintara is 722154.
What is the population of Saintara?
Saintara had a total population of 1,203, including 617 males and 586 females.
How many households are there in Saintara?
Saintara had 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saintara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saintara was 83.45%. Male literacy was 90.43% and female literacy was 75.89%.