Santoshpur - Sheragada, Ganjam
Santoshpur is a village situated in the Sheragada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 54 km from Hinjili and around 55 km from Chatrapur. Pitala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santoshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshpur is 412280. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 761101 pincode. Hinjilicut is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Hinjili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santoshpur
As per Census 2011, Santoshpur village has a total population of 1,655 people, consisting of 838 males and 817 females. The village has 345 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,044 literate and 611 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santoshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,655 | 838 | 817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 104 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 597 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 611 | 241 | 370 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tahara | South-East | 1.11 km |
| Brahmanachai | North | 1.34 km |
| Kanjiama | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Khandara | South | 2.61 km |
| Bijayarajendrapur | West | 2.77 km |
| Bolasara | North | 2.78 km |
| Sunarijhola | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Gudisara | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Chanduli | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Tankachhai | East | 3.35 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 Jagan Nathapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hinjilicut to Santoshpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Santoshpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santoshpur
Where is Santoshpur located?
Santoshpur village is located in Sheragada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Pitala.
What is the pincode of Santoshpur?
The pincode of Santoshpur is 761101.
What is the population of Santoshpur?
Santoshpur has a total population of 1,655, including 838 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur?
There are 345 households in Santoshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur is 63.08%. Male literacy is 71.24% and female literacy is 54.71%.