Santoshpur - Goghat - I, Hooghly
Santoshpur is a village situated in the Goghat - I subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.9 km from Goghat and around 79.9 km from Chinsura. Raghubati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santoshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshpur is 324029. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.82 hectares and falls under the 712602 pincode. Arambag is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Santoshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Santoshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Santoshpur village had a total population of 1,337 people, including 669 males and 668 females, living in 321 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.75%, with male literacy at 70.95% and female literacy at 58.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 980.
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 | 1,337 | 669 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 70 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 980 | 496 | 484 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 775 | 425 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 562 | 244 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Santoshpur
Santoshpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
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 located within 1-2 km of Santoshpur.
| 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambag to Santoshpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Santoshpur is about 79.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santoshpur
Where is Santoshpur located?
Santoshpur village is located in Goghat - I Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Raghubati.
What is the pincode of Santoshpur?
The pincode of Santoshpur is 712602.
What is the population of Santoshpur?
Santoshpur had a total population of 1,337, including 669 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur?
Santoshpur had 321 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur was 64.75%. Male literacy was 70.95% and female literacy was 58.53%.