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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santoshpur
As per Census 2011, Santoshpur village has a total population of 1,337 people, consisting of 669 males and 668 females. The village has 321 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 775 literate and 562 illiterate residents. Additionally, 980 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santoshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,337 | 669 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 70 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 980 | 496 | 484 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,337, including 669 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur?
There are 321 households in Santoshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur is 57.97%. Male literacy is 63.53% and female literacy is 52.40%.