Santosh Palasdanga - Balurghat, Dakshin Dinajpur
Santosh Palasdanga is a village situated in the Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.7 km from Balurghat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Jalghar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santosh Palasdanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santosh Palasdanga is 311132. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.18 hectares and falls under the 733145 pincode.
Santosh Palasdanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tapan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santosh Palasdanga
According to the 2011 Census, Santosh Palasdanga village had a total population of 28 people, including 10 males and 18 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 81.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 28 | 10 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 1 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Santosh Palasdanga
Santosh Palasdanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palashdanga | North | 0.61 km |
| Jiapur | East | 0.74 km |
| Sulapanipur | North-West | 0.91 km |
| Jalghar | South-East | 1.38 km |
| Kashmulai | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Kharikadanga | North | 1.40 km |
| Dharail | East | 1.57 km |
| Gobindapur | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Asair | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Kasiadanga | East | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santosh Palasdanga
Santosh Palasdanga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Balurghat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.0 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Balurghat to Santosh Palasdanga is about 9.1 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santosh Palasdanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santosh Palasdanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Santosh Palasdanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santosh Palasdanga 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santosh Palasdanga
Where is Santosh Palasdanga located?
Santosh Palasdanga village is located in Balurghat Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santosh Palasdanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Santosh Palasdanga is Jalghar.
What is the pincode of Santosh Palasdanga?
The pincode of Santosh Palasdanga is 733145.
What is the population of Santosh Palasdanga?
Santosh Palasdanga had a total population of 28, including 10 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Santosh Palasdanga?
Santosh Palasdanga had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santosh Palasdanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santosh Palasdanga was 88.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 81.25%.