Santoshpur - Nawabganj, Bareilly
Santoshpur is a village situated in the Nawabganj tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawabganj and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Santoshpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshpur is 130645. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.11 hectares and falls under the 262406 pincode. Bareilly is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Santoshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santoshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Santoshpur village had a total population of 1,730 people, including 939 males and 791 females, living in 264 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.86%, with male literacy at 75.19% and female literacy at 41.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 1,730 | 939 | 791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 169 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 41 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 856 | 579 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 874 | 360 | 514 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanekpur | East | 1.31 km |
| Kamua | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Sawer Khera | West | 1.53 km |
| Pandri Naumehla | East | 1.69 km |
| Mubarikpur | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Harhar Matkali | North | 1.88 km |
| Chaukhandi | South | 1.98 km |
| Badhaipura Nikat Koh | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Alaiyya | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Bhaua Nagla | North-East | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santoshpur
Santoshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sethal, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bareilly to Santoshpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bareilly to Santoshpur is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Santoshpur
Where is Santoshpur located?
Santoshpur village is located in Nawabganj Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, 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 262406.
What is the population of Santoshpur?
Santoshpur had a total population of 1,730, including 939 males and 791 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur?
Santoshpur had 264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur was 59.86%. Male literacy was 75.19% and female literacy was 41.97%.