Santospur - Boriguma, Koraput
Santospur is a village situated in the Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Bhairabsingipur and around 57 km from Koraput. Benagam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santospur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santospur is 428342. The village covers a total geographical area of 342 hectares and falls under the 764057 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Santospur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santospur
According to the 2011 Census, Santospur village had a total population of 1,033 people, including 521 males and 512 females, living in 292 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.39%, with male literacy at 76.43% and female literacy at 62.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 212.
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 | 1,033 | 521 | 512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 67 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 113 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 619 | 347 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 174 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Santospur
Santospur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jadaput | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Ranaspur | East | 1.92 km |
| Mundaguda | North | 1.94 km |
| Gujuniguda | West | 2.01 km |
| Benagam | South | 2.02 km |
| Merdamal | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Keraput | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Ramguda | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Lathiguda | South | 3.87 km |
| Bhairabsingpur | North-East | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santospur
Public transport in the Santospur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maligura, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kotpad to Santospur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Santospur is about 57 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 Santospur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santospur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santospur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santospur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santospur
Where is Santospur located?
Santospur village is located in Boriguma Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santospur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santospur is Benagam.
What is the pincode of Santospur?
The pincode of Santospur is 764057.
What is the population of Santospur?
Santospur had a total population of 1,033, including 521 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Santospur?
Santospur had 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santospur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santospur was 69.39%. Male literacy was 76.43% and female literacy was 62.10%.