Santanpur - Jangipara, Hooghly
Santanpur is a village situated in the Jangipara subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.1 km from Jangipara and around 42.6 km from Chinsura. Radhanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santanpur is 325760. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.65 hectares and falls under the 712403 pincode. Haripal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Santanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santanpur
As per Census 2011, Santanpur village has a total population of 579 people, consisting of 258 males and 321 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 1,244 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 393 literate and 186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 579 | 258 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 64 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 189 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 69 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Santanpur
Santanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhurkul | North-West | 0.68 km |
| Jagalgari | South | 0.71 km |
| Majurkha | North | 1.00 km |
| Somnagar | East | 1.09 km |
| Radhanagar | West | 1.35 km |
| Hijali | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Maheshpur | North | 1.48 km |
| Chandrahati | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Shrihatta | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Krishnapur | East | 1.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santanpur
Santanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Haripal, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.5 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haripal to Santanpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Santanpur is about 42.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Santanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santanpur
Where is Santanpur located?
Santanpur village is located in Jangipara Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santanpur is Radhanagar.
What is the pincode of Santanpur?
The pincode of Santanpur is 712403.
What is the population of Santanpur?
Santanpur has a total population of 579, including 258 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Santanpur?
There are 142 households in Santanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Santanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santanpur is 67.88%. Male literacy is 73.26% and female literacy is 63.55%.