Santoshpur - Bisra, Sundargarh
Santoshpur is a village situated in the Bisra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisra and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Santoshpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshpur is 384522. The village covers a total geographical area of 248 hectares and falls under the 770036 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 16 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 Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santoshpur
As per Census 2011, Santoshpur village has a total population of 1,637 people, consisting of 807 males and 830 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,026 literate and 611 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,233 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santoshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,637 | 807 | 830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 104 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,233 | 606 | 627 |
| Literate Population | 1,026 | 575 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 611 | 232 | 379 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ratakhandi | East | 1.48 km |
| Bijadihi | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Kapatmunda | South | 1.97 km |
| Pograbahal | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Gudgudjore | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Bangurkela | North | 2.84 km |
| Budeljore | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Doreikela | East | 3.11 km |
| Sarubahal | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Panposh | West | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santoshpur
Santoshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is A-cabin Bondamunda, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.7 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 Raurkela to Santoshpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Santoshpur is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santoshpur
Where is Santoshpur located?
Santoshpur village is located in Bisra Tehsil, Sundargarh 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 770036.
What is the population of Santoshpur?
Santoshpur has a total population of 1,637, including 807 males and 830 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur?
There are 334 households in Santoshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur is 62.68%. Male literacy is 71.25% and female literacy is 54.34%.