Santipur - Umling, Ri Bhoi
Santipur is a village situated in the Umling subdivision of Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from Umling and around 28 km from Nongpoh.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santipur is 277499. The village falls under the 793101 pincode.
Santipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Jirang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santipur
According to the 2011 Census, Santipur village had a total population of 319 people, including 173 males and 146 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.09%, with male literacy at 63.70% and female literacy at 49.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 310.
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 | 319 | 173 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 310 | 168 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 86 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 87 | 91 |
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 facilities are available within >10 km of the Santipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nongpoh to Santipur is about 28 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 Umling Subdivision, Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Santipur?
The pincode of Santipur is 793101.
What is the population of Santipur?
Santipur had a total population of 319, including 173 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Santipur?
Santipur had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santipur was 57.09%. Male literacy was 63.70% and female literacy was 49.11%.