Santipur - Saraikela, Saraikela Kharsawan
Santipur is a village situated in the Saraikela subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from Adityapur(gamharia) and around 16 km from Seraikela-kharsawan. Mohitpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santipur is 379307. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 833219 pincode.
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 Kharasawan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khunti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santipur
According to the 2011 Census, Santipur village had a total population of 80 people, including 40 males and 40 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.71%, with male literacy at 61.29% and female literacy at 51.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 9 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 21 | 20 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Santipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Seraikela-kharsawan to Santipur is about 16 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 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| 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 Saraikela Subdivision, Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santipur is Mohitpur.
What is the pincode of Santipur?
The pincode of Santipur is 833219.
What is the population of Santipur?
Santipur had a total population of 80, including 40 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Santipur?
Santipur had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santipur was 55.71%. Male literacy was 61.29% and female literacy was 51.28%.