Santoshpur - Illambazar, Birbhum
Santoshpur is a village situated in the Illambazar subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Illambazar and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Joydev-kenduli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santoshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshpur is 317971. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.07 hectares and falls under the 731214 pincode. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Santoshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santoshpur
As per Census 2011, Santoshpur village has a total population of 472 people, consisting of 241 males and 231 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 324 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 246 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santoshpur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Santoshpur
Santoshpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangor | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Mungol | South | 1.57 km |
| Dakshin Mahendrapur | North | 1.75 km |
| Rangaipur | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Dakshin Harishchandrapur | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Dakshin Rampur | North | 2.70 km |
| Nazirpur | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Haranathpur | North | 2.87 km |
| Uttar Harishchandrapur | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Bairat | East | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santoshpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Santoshpur. The nearest railway station is Harischandrpur, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bolpur to Santoshpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Santoshpur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santoshpur
Where is Santoshpur located?
Santoshpur village is located in Illambazar Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Joydev-kenduli.
What is the pincode of Santoshpur?
The pincode of Santoshpur is 731214.
What is the population of Santoshpur?
Santoshpur has a total population of 472, including 241 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur?
There are 133 households in Santoshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur is 68.64%. Male literacy is 80.08% and female literacy is 56.71%.