Santosh Pura - Phooliya Kalan, Bhilwara
Santosh Pura is a village situated in the Phooliya Kalan tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from Shahpura and around 80 km from Bhilwara. Mataji Ka Khera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santosh Pura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santosh Pura is 094878. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 311404 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Santosh Pura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhilwara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santosh Pura
According to the 2011 Census, Santosh Pura village had a total population of 377 people, including 188 males and 189 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.75%, with male literacy at 63.98% and female literacy at 23.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
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 | 377 | 188 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 31 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 103 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 85 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Santosh Pura
Santosh Pura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jora Ka Khera | West | 0.81 km |
| Malik Khera @ Maganpura | West | 1.72 km |
| Rajpura | South | 2.38 km |
| Ralayta | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Phooliya Kalan | East | 2.93 km |
| Mataji Ka Khera | West | 3.30 km |
| Khera Hetam | North-East | 3.72 km |
| Dhanop | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Uma Ka Khera | North | 4.23 km |
| Gegwa | West | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santosh Pura
Santosh Pura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gulabpura, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Santosh Pura is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhilwara to Santosh Pura is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santosh Pura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santosh Pura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Santosh Pura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santosh Pura 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santosh Pura
Where is Santosh Pura located?
Santosh Pura village is located in Phooliya Kalan Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santosh Pura?
The Gram Panchayat of Santosh Pura is Mataji Ka Khera.
What is the pincode of Santosh Pura?
The pincode of Santosh Pura is 311404.
What is the population of Santosh Pura?
Santosh Pura had a total population of 377, including 188 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Santosh Pura?
Santosh Pura had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santosh Pura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santosh Pura was 43.75%. Male literacy was 63.98% and female literacy was 23.27%.