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.
Santara has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur 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 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
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.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Santara village:
- The total population of Santara village is around 469, including approximately 245 males and 224 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 44 children aged 0–6 years in Santara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Santara village has 77 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 356 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Santara village is about 75.05%, with male literacy at 83.27% and female literacy at 66.07%.
- There are around 108 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 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%.