Santoshpur
Santoshpur is a village located in Illambazar subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.6km away from sub-district headquarter Illambazar (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Joydev Kenduli is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Santoshpur unique in its vibrant Illambazar-Birbhum 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 317971. The village spans a total geographical area of 161.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731214. Bolpur is nearest town to Santoshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Santoshpur
Population of Santoshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Santoshpur has a total population of about 472, with approximately 241 males and 231 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 52 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 246 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 55. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.64%, with male literacy at about 80.08% and female literacy near 56.71%. There are around 133 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 | 472 | 241 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 124 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 193 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 48 | 100 |
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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Illambazar Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Joydev Kenduli (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 731214, 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 472, with 241 males and 231 females.
- How many households are there in Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santoshpur village has a total of 133 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santoshpur is 68.64%. The male literacy rate is 80.08%, while the female literacy rate is 56.71%.