Santoshpura - Chaksu, Jaipur
Santoshpura is a village situated in the Chaksu tehsil of Jaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaksu and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Jaipur. Bara Padampura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santoshpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshpura is 080921. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.43 hectares and falls under the 303903 pincode. Chaksu is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Santoshpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaksu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dausa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santoshpura
As per Census 2011, Santoshpura village has a total population of 514 people, consisting of 273 males and 241 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 287 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 215 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santoshpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 514 | 273 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 59 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 115 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 215 | 109 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 184 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 89 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Santoshpura
Santoshpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhorala | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Peeplyabai Ka Barh | East | 1.69 km |
| Swaimadhosinghpura | South | 1.73 km |
| Chatarbhujpura | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Ralawata | North | 1.93 km |
| Vishansinghpura | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Rampura Bas Goner | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Peepala Bai | East | 2.59 km |
| Goner | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Dharmpura | South | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santoshpura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Santoshpura. The nearest railway station is Shivdaspura Padampura, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chaksu to Santoshpura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaipur to Santoshpura is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santoshpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santoshpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Santoshpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santoshpura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santoshpura
Where is Santoshpura located?
Santoshpura village is located in Chaksu Tehsil, Jaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpura is Bara Padampura.
What is the pincode of Santoshpura?
The pincode of Santoshpura is 303903.
What is the population of Santoshpura?
Santoshpura has a total population of 514, including 273 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpura?
There are 51 households in Santoshpura.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpura is 55.84%. Male literacy is 67.40% and female literacy is 42.74%.