Santipur - Harisinga, Udalguri
Santipur is a village situated in the Harisinga subdivision of Udalguri district, Assam.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santipur is 305698. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.71 hectares and falls under the 784524 pincode. Tangla is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Santipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Udalguri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mangaldoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santipur
According to the 2011 Census, Santipur village had a total population of 588 people, including 296 males and 292 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.30%, with male literacy at 56.11% and female literacy at 48.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 298.
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 | 588 | 296 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 75 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 298 | 143 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 124 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 172 | 177 |
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 bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tangla to Santipur is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udalguri to Santipur is about 30 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Harisinga Subdivision, Udalguri district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Santipur?
The pincode of Santipur is 784524.
What is the population of Santipur?
Santipur had a total population of 588, including 296 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Santipur?
Santipur had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santipur was 52.30%. Male literacy was 56.11% and female literacy was 48.73%.