Santara
Santara is a village located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.2km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Santara village. As per 2009 stats, Chingishpur is the gram panchayat of Santara village.
Here you can discover what makes Santara unique in its vibrant Balurghat-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Santara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Santara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santara is 311357. The village spans a total geographical area of 114.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733103. Balurghat is nearest town to Santara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Santara village comes under Balurghat assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Santara
Population of Santara
According to the 2011 Census, Santara has a total population of about 469, with approximately 245 males and 224 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 44 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 77 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 356. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.05%, with male literacy at about 83.27% and female literacy near 66.07%. There are around 108 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Santara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 469 | 245 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 356 | 182 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 204 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 41 | 76 |
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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santara
- Where is Santara located?
- Santara village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Santara is Chingishpur (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 733103, 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 469, with 245 males and 224 females.
- How many households are there in Santara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santara village has a total of 108 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santara is 75.05%. The male literacy rate is 83.27%, while the female literacy rate is 66.07%.