Santipur - Gohpur, Biswanath
Santipur is a village situated in the Gohpur subdivision of Biswanath district, Assam. Uttar Kalabari serves as the Gram 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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Santipur village has a total population of 216 people, consisting of 108 males and 108 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 156 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santipur are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Santipur?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 216, including 108 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Santipur?
There are 48 households in Santipur.
What is the literacy rate in Santipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santipur is 72.22%. Male literacy is 78.70% and female literacy is 65.74%.