Santosapur - Kaimganj, Farrukhabad
Santosapur is a village situated in the Kaimganj tehsil of Farrukhabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kayamganj and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Farrukhabad. Santosapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santosapur is 145974. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.84 hectares and falls under the 209745 pincode. Farrukhabad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Santosapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaimganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Farrukhabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santosapur
According to the 2011 Census, Santosapur village had a total population of 1,477 people, including 778 males and 699 females, living in 237 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.07%, with male literacy at 74.56% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 1,477 | 778 | 699 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 157 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 736 | 463 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 741 | 315 | 426 |
Nearby Villages of Santosapur
Santosapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Husainpur Tarai | North-West | 0.91 km |
| Milik Sultan | North-East | 1.00 km |
| Dariyapur | South | 1.12 km |
| Sahruiya | West | 1.48 km |
| Lalpur Tarai | East | 1.62 km |
| Bhidaur | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Bhatpura | West | 2.43 km |
| Masoodpur Patti | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Lohapani | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Champatpur | North-West | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santosapur
Santosapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harsingpur Goba, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 122.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Farrukhabad to Santosapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Farrukhabad to Santosapur is about 13 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 Santosapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santosapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santosapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santosapur 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 Santosapur
Where is Santosapur located?
Santosapur village is located in Kaimganj Tehsil, Farrukhabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santosapur?
Santosapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Santosapur?
The pincode of Santosapur is 209745.
What is the population of Santosapur?
Santosapur had a total population of 1,477, including 778 males and 699 females.
How many households are there in Santosapur?
Santosapur had 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santosapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santosapur was 63.07%. Male literacy was 74.56% and female literacy was 50.00%.