Santoshpur
Santoshpur is a village located in Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Bajpur (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Bannakhera Sani is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Santoshpur unique in its vibrant Bajpur-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Santoshpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Santoshpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santoshpur is 055856. The village spans a total geographical area of 91.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262401. Bajpur is nearest town to Santoshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Santoshpur
Population of Santoshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Santoshpur has a total population of about 529, with approximately 279 males and 250 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 72 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 30 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 104. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.09%, with male literacy at about 66.31% and female literacy near 46.80%. There are around 94 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Santoshpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 529 | 279 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 46 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 185 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 94 | 133 |
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 within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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 Bajpur Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Bannakhera Sani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Santoshpur?
- The pincode of Santoshpur is 262401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santoshpur is 529, with 279 males and 250 females.
- How many households are there in Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santoshpur village has a total of 94 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santoshpur is 57.09%. The male literacy rate is 66.31%, while the female literacy rate is 46.80%.