Santoshpur - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Santoshpur is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Bannakhera Sani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santoshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshpur is 055856. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.53 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Santoshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santoshpur
As per Census 2011, Santoshpur village has a total population of 529 people, consisting of 279 males and 250 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 302 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santoshpur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Santoshpur
Santoshpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Santoshpur
Santoshpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Santoshpur.
| 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 Bajpur to Santoshpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Santoshpur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santoshpur
Where is Santoshpur located?
Santoshpur village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Bannakhera Sani.
What is the pincode of Santoshpur?
The pincode of Santoshpur is 262401.
What is the population of Santoshpur?
Santoshpur has a total population of 529, including 279 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur?
There are 94 households in Santoshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur is 57.09%. Male literacy is 66.31% and female literacy is 46.80%.