Santoshpur Village - Kodinga, Nabarangpur
Santoshpur is a village situated in the Kodinga tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Kosagumuda and around 45 km from Nabarangapur . Santoshapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santoshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshpur is 427866. The village covers a total geographical area of 1070 hectares and falls under the 764061 pincode. Nabarangapur is the nearest town, located about 46 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 Dabugam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santoshpur
As per Census 2011, Santoshpur village has a total population of 3,421 people, consisting of 1,665 males and 1,756 females. The village has 681 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 600 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 898 literate and 2,523 illiterate residents. Additionally, 510 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,850 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santoshpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,421 | 1,665 | 1,756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 600 | 304 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 510 | 250 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,850 | 876 | 974 |
| Literate Population | 898 | 510 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,523 | 1,155 | 1,368 |
Nearby Villages of Santoshpur
Santoshpur 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 Santoshpur
Santoshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nabarangapur to Santoshpur is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Santoshpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santoshpur
Where is Santoshpur located?
Santoshpur village is located in Kodinga Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Santoshapur.
What is the pincode of Santoshpur?
The pincode of Santoshpur is 764061.
What is the population of Santoshpur?
Santoshpur has a total population of 3,421, including 1,665 males and 1,756 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur?
There are 681 households in Santoshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur is 26.25%. Male literacy is 30.63% and female literacy is 22.10%.