Santoshpur - Sabalgarh, Morena
Santoshpur is a village situated in the Sabalgarh tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sabalgarh and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Shantospur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santoshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshpur is 452689. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 476229 pincode. Sabalgarh is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Santoshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santoshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Santoshpur village had a total population of 669 people, including 357 males and 312 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.57%, with male literacy at 87.84% and female literacy at 72.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 669 | 357 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 61 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 67 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 260 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 97 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Santoshpur
Santoshpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhat Kator | South | 0.72 km |
| Lakhanpura | East | 1.00 km |
| Kishorgarh | North | 1.20 km |
| Rampura Gird | South | 1.56 km |
| Udhanpur | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Rajpura Kheron | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Kherla | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Kunwator | East | 2.46 km |
| Bhatpura | North | 2.53 km |
| Itwa | South | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santoshpur
Santoshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pipalwali Chowk, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sabalgarh to Santoshpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Santoshpur is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santoshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santoshpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santoshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santoshpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santoshpur
Where is Santoshpur located?
Santoshpur village is located in Sabalgarh Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Shantospur.
What is the pincode of Santoshpur?
The pincode of Santoshpur is 476229.
What is the population of Santoshpur?
Santoshpur had a total population of 669, including 357 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur?
Santoshpur had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur was 80.57%. Male literacy was 87.84% and female literacy was 72.59%.