Santoshpur - Basta, Balasore
Santoshpur is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Basta and around 40 km from Baleshwar. Santoshpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshpur is 392329. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Santoshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santoshpur
As per Census 2011, Santoshpur village has a total population of 1,097 people, consisting of 561 males and 536 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 187 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 625 literate and 472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 373 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 348 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santoshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,097 | 561 | 536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 91 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 373 | 202 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 348 | 171 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 625 | 355 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 206 | 266 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paidapalli | South | 1.24 km |
| Temra | North | 1.91 km |
| Churahandi | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Bansuli | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Kosagumuda | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Padargan | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Maliatigan | South | 2.92 km |
| Majhiguda | East | 3.22 km |
| Ghodadhanua | West | 3.37 km |
| Saraladhanua | South-West | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santoshpur
Santoshpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ambagaon, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Santoshpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Santoshpur is about 40 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santoshpur
Where is Santoshpur located?
Santoshpur village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
Santoshpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Santoshpur?
The pincode of Santoshpur is 756029.
What is the population of Santoshpur?
Santoshpur has a total population of 1,097, including 561 males and 536 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur?
There are 242 households in Santoshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur is 56.97%. Male literacy is 63.28% and female literacy is 50.37%.