Santipur - Bilasipara Pt, Dhubri
Santipur is a village situated in the Bilasipara Pt subdivision of Dhubri district, Assam. It is located approximately 55 km from Dhubri. Sonamoyee serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santipur is 281168. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.57 hectares and falls under the 783348 pincode. Sapatgram is the nearest town, located about 0.5 km away.
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 Bilasipara West Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santipur
As per Census 2011, Santipur village has a total population of 542 people, consisting of 271 males and 271 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 371 literate and 171 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 542 | 271 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 199 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 72 | 99 |
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
Santipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Santipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sapatgram to Santipur is about 0.5 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhubri to Santipur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santipur
Where is Santipur located?
Santipur village is located in Bilasipara Pt Subdivision, Dhubri district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santipur is Sonamoyee.
What is the pincode of Santipur?
The pincode of Santipur is 783348.
What is the population of Santipur?
Santipur has a total population of 542, including 271 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Santipur?
There are 117 households in Santipur.
What is the literacy rate in Santipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santipur is 68.45%. Male literacy is 73.43% and female literacy is 63.47%.