Santia - Chapra, Nadia
Santia is a village situated in the Chapra subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangaljhi and around 34.8 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Hridaypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santia is 321533. The village covers a total geographical area of 511.83 hectares and falls under the 741123 pincode. Krishna Nagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Santia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santia
As per Census 2011, Santia village has a total population of 3,447 people, consisting of 1,745 males and 1,702 females. The village has 796 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 455 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,810 literate and 1,637 illiterate residents. Additionally, 331 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 508 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,447 | 1,745 | 1,702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 455 | 228 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 331 | 161 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 508 | 263 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 1,810 | 910 | 900 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,637 | 835 | 802 |
Nearby Villages of Santia
Santia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fulbari | South | 1.54 km |
| Sonpukar | West | 1.81 km |
| Jidha | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Pathar Ghata | North | 2.94 km |
| Betbaria | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Hridaypur | South-East | 3.58 km |
| Bara Andulia | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Hatisala | West | 4.25 km |
| Alfa | South | 4.46 km |
| Chakjidha | South | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santia
Santia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bethuadahari, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishna Nagar to Santia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Santia is about 34.8 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Santia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santia
Where is Santia located?
Santia village is located in Chapra Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santia?
The Gram Panchayat of Santia is Hridaypur.
What is the pincode of Santia?
The pincode of Santia is 741123.
What is the population of Santia?
Santia has a total population of 3,447, including 1,745 males and 1,702 females.
How many households are there in Santia?
There are 796 households in Santia.
What is the literacy rate in Santia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santia is 52.51%. Male literacy is 52.15% and female literacy is 52.88%.