Santipur - Bihpuria, Lakhimpur
Santipur is a village situated in the Bihpuria subdivision of Lakhimpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bihpuria and around 27 km from the district headquarters in North Lakhimpur. Uttar Laluk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santipur is 287586. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.73 hectares and falls under the 787054 pincode. Bihpuria is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Santipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santipur
According to the 2011 Census, Santipur village had a total population of 1,243 people, including 615 males and 628 females, living in 248 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.76%, with male literacy at 85.93% and female literacy at 71.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
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 | 1,243 | 615 | 628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 82 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 827 | 458 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 157 | 259 |
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 in the Santipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Santipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Santipur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from North Lakhimpur to Santipur is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Santipur
Where is Santipur located?
Santipur village is located in Bihpuria Subdivision, Lakhimpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santipur is Uttar Laluk.
What is the pincode of Santipur?
The pincode of Santipur is 787054.
What is the population of Santipur?
Santipur had a total population of 1,243, including 615 males and 628 females.
How many households are there in Santipur?
Santipur had 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santipur was 78.76%. Male literacy was 85.93% and female literacy was 71.37%.