Santipur - Haripal, Hooghly
Santipur is a village situated in the Haripal subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.5 km from Khamar Chandi and around 32.2 km from Chinsura. haripalashutosh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santipur is 325424. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.02 hectares and falls under the 712405 pincode. Haripal is the nearest town.
Santipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santipur
According to the 2011 Census, Santipur village had a total population of 1,023 people, including 522 males and 501 females, living in 236 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.21%, with male literacy at 87.79% and female literacy at 74.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122.
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 | 1,023 | 522 | 501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 57 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 752 | 417 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 105 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Santipur
Santipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghubati | North-West | 0.68 km |
| Chak Chandinagar | South-West | 0.69 km |
| Dakshin Ramchandrapur | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Chandi Nagar | West | 1.18 km |
| Abhirampur | South | 1.19 km |
| Aminpur | North | 1.24 km |
| Malia | North-East | 1.28 km |
| Paschim Joykrishnapur | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Haripal | West | 1.63 km |
| Brahmanpara | North | 1.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santipur
Santipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maliya, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Chinsura to Santipur is about 32.2 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Santipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santipur
Where is Santipur located?
Santipur village is located in Haripal Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santipur is haripalashutosh.
What is the pincode of Santipur?
The pincode of Santipur is 712405.
What is the population of Santipur?
Santipur had a total population of 1,023, including 522 males and 501 females.
How many households are there in Santipur?
Santipur had 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santipur was 81.21%. Male literacy was 87.79% and female literacy was 74.28%.