Santoshpur Village - 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
As per Census 2011, Santoshpur village has a total population of 669 people, consisting of 357 males and 312 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 456 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santoshpur are given below:
| Particulars | 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 669, including 357 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur?
There are 108 households in Santoshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur is 68.16%. Male literacy is 72.83% and female literacy is 62.82%.