Santapur - Bihpuria, Lakhimpur
Santapur is a village situated in the Bihpuria subdivision of Lakhimpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bihpuria and around 23 km from the district headquarters in North Lakhimpur. Pub-dikrong serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santapur is 287699. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.43 hectares and falls under the 784161 pincode. Bihpuria is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Santapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santapur
According to the 2011 Census, Santapur village had a total population of 1,218 people, including 618 males and 600 females, living in 247 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.14%, with male literacy at 93.93% and female literacy at 80.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,218 | 618 | 600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 74 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 935 | 511 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 107 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Santapur
Santapur 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 Santapur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Santapur. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Santapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bihpuria to Santapur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from North Lakhimpur to Santapur is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santapur 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 Santapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santapur
Where is Santapur located?
Santapur village is located in Bihpuria Subdivision, Lakhimpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santapur is Pub-dikrong.
What is the pincode of Santapur?
The pincode of Santapur is 784161.
What is the population of Santapur?
Santapur had a total population of 1,218, including 618 males and 600 females.
How many households are there in Santapur?
Santapur had 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santapur was 87.14%. Male literacy was 93.93% and female literacy was 80.15%.