Santoshpur - Murarai - I, Birbhum
Santoshpur is a village situated in the Murarai - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murarai and around 102.2 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Rajgram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santoshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshpur is 316006. The village covers a total geographical area of 288.54 hectares and falls under the 731222 pincode. Pakur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Santoshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santoshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Santoshpur village had a total population of 4,910 people, including 2,534 males and 2,376 females, living in 977 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.57%, with male literacy at 45.30% and female literacy at 39.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 740.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,910 | 2,534 | 2,376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 928 | 534 | 394 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 36 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 740 | 382 | 358 |
| Literate Population | 1,695 | 906 | 789 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,215 | 1,628 | 1,587 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harirampur | North | 1.47 km |
| Hamrol | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Piralipur | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Mukundapur | South | 2.27 km |
| Birnagar | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Rajgram | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Ambhua (ct) | East | 2.59 km |
| Changadanga | North | 2.63 km |
| Lakargram | South | 3.15 km |
| Chandrapara | South | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santoshpur
Santoshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rajgram, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakur to Santoshpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Santoshpur is about 102.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Murarai - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Rajgram.
What is the pincode of Santoshpur?
The pincode of Santoshpur is 731222.
What is the population of Santoshpur?
Santoshpur had a total population of 4,910, including 2,534 males and 2,376 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur?
Santoshpur had 977 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur was 42.57%. Male literacy was 45.30% and female literacy was 39.81%.