Santoshpur
Santoshpur is a village located in Mariahu tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Mariahu (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Rajmalpur is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur village.
Santoshpur has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur 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 Santoshpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santoshpur is 202345. The village spans a total geographical area of 32.77 hectares. Mariahu is nearest town to Santoshpur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Santoshpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mariyahu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Santoshpur
Population of Santoshpur
Below is a concise population overview of Santoshpur 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 | 722 | 348 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 48 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 65 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 412 | 252 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 96 | 214 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Santoshpur village:
- The total population of Santoshpur village is around 722, including approximately 348 males and 374 females, with a sex ratio of 1074 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 98 children aged 0–6 years in Santoshpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Santoshpur village has 117 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Santoshpur village is about 57.06%, with male literacy at 72.41% and female literacy at 42.78%.
- There are around 96 households in Santoshpur village.
Connectivity of Santoshpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Santoshpur. As per the 2011 stats, Santoshpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Santoshpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Santoshpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Santoshpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santoshpur
- Where is Santoshpur located?
- Santoshpur village is situated in Mariahu Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Rajmalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santoshpur is 722, with 348 males and 374 females.
- How many households are there in Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santoshpur village has a total of 96 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santoshpur is 57.06%. The male literacy rate is 72.41%, while the female literacy rate is 42.78%.