Santa - Goghat - I, Hooghly
Santa is a village situated in the Goghat - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.7 km from Goghat and around 82.8 km from Chinsura. Raghubati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santa is 324035. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.12 hectares and falls under the 712614 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Santa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santa
As per Census 2011, Santa village has a total population of 1,390 people, consisting of 679 males and 711 females. The village has 300 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 864 literate and 526 illiterate residents. Additionally, 541 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 221 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,390 | 679 | 711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 81 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 541 | 261 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 107 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 864 | 458 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 221 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Santa
Santa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ratanpur | South-West | 0.85 km |
| Madina | North | 1.13 km |
| Pirmallik | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Ganeshbati | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Sitanagar | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Rajgram | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Gobindapur | East | 2.00 km |
| Khanati | South | 2.19 km |
| Nabasan | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Shancha | West | 2.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santa
Santa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambagh to Santa is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Santa is about 82.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santa 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 Santa
Where is Santa located?
Santa village is located in Goghat - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santa?
The Gram Panchayat of Santa is Raghubati.
What is the pincode of Santa?
The pincode of Santa is 712614.
What is the population of Santa?
Santa has a total population of 1,390, including 679 males and 711 females.
How many households are there in Santa?
There are 300 households in Santa.
What is the literacy rate in Santa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santa is 62.16%. Male literacy is 67.45% and female literacy is 57.10%.