Santipur - Gohpur, Biswanath
Santipur is a village situated in the Gohpur subdivision of Biswanath district, Assam. Uttar Kalabari serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Santipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santipur is 287297. The village falls under the 784168 pincode.
Santipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gohpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santipur
According to the 2011 Census, Santipur village had a total population of 216 people, including 108 males and 108 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 93.41% and female literacy at 78.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 216 | 108 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 59 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 85 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 23 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Santipur
Santipur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Santipur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Santipur.
| 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 Tezpur to Santipur is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Santipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santipur
Where is Santipur located?
Santipur village is located in Gohpur Subdivision, Biswanath district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Santipur?
The Gaon Panchayat of Santipur is Uttar Kalabari.
What is the pincode of Santipur?
The pincode of Santipur is 784168.
What is the population of Santipur?
Santipur had a total population of 216, including 108 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Santipur?
Santipur had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santipur was 85.71%. Male literacy was 93.41% and female literacy was 78.02%.