Santpur
Santpur is a village located in Chamkaur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Chamkaur Sahib (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Shantpur is the gram panchayat of Santpur village.
Santpur has its own place in the vibrant Rupnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Santpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santpur is 038876. The village spans a total geographical area of 130 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140119. Chamkaur Sahib is nearest town to Santpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Santpur
Population of Santpur
Below is a concise population overview of Santpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 662 | 352 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 47 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 166 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 493 | 268 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 84 | 85 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Santpur village:
- The total population of Santpur village is around 662, including approximately 352 males and 310 females, with a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 71 children aged 0–6 years in Santpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Santpur village has 307 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Santpur village is about 74.47%, with male literacy at 76.14% and female literacy at 72.58%.
- There are around 132 households in Santpur village.
Connectivity of Santpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Santpur. As per the 2011 stats, Santpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Santpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Santpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Santpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santpur
- Where is Santpur located?
- Santpur village is situated in Chamkaur Sahib Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Santpur is Shantpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Santpur?
- The pincode of Santpur is 140119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Santpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santpur is 662, with 352 males and 310 females.
- How many households are there in Santpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santpur village has a total of 132 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santpur is 74.47%. The male literacy rate is 76.14%, while the female literacy rate is 72.58%.