Santipur - Dudhnai, Goalpara
Santipur is a village situated in the Dudhnai subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhnai and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Darangiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santipur is 282463. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.68 hectares and falls under the 783134 pincode. Goalpara is the nearest town, located about 52 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 Dudhnoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santipur
According to the 2011 Census, Santipur village had a total population of 524 people, including 260 males and 264 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.12%, with male literacy at 98.66% and female literacy at 95.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 523.
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 | 524 | 260 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 523 | 260 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 221 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 39 | 47 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Santipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Goalpara to Santipur is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santipur
Where is Santipur located?
Santipur village is located in Dudhnai Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santipur is Darangiri.
What is the pincode of Santipur?
The pincode of Santipur is 783134.
What is the population of Santipur?
Santipur had a total population of 524, including 260 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Santipur?
Santipur had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santipur was 97.12%. Male literacy was 98.66% and female literacy was 95.59%.