Santoshpur - Jangipara, Hooghly
Santoshpur is a village situated in the Jangipara subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.3 km from Jangipara and around 43.7 km from Chinsura. Radhanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santoshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshpur is 325788. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.18 hectares and falls under the 712404 pincode. Haripal is the nearest town, located about 10 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 1,619 people, consisting of 787 males and 832 females. The village has 345 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,060 literate and 559 illiterate residents. Additionally, 824 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 147 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santoshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,619 | 787 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 114 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 824 | 404 | 420 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 72 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 1,060 | 568 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 559 | 219 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Santoshpur
Santoshpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohanpur | East | 1.18 km |
| Basantapur | North-East | 1.35 km |
| Ghanashyampur | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Jagannathpur | West | 1.43 km |
| Mahestikuri | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Amarpur | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Purbba Gobindapur | South | 1.73 km |
| Raspur | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Kanaipur | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Chak Barada | East | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santoshpur
Santoshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Haripal, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.9 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haripal to Santoshpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Santoshpur is about 43.7 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santoshpur
Where is Santoshpur located?
Santoshpur village is located in Jangipara Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Radhanagar.
What is the pincode of Santoshpur?
The pincode of Santoshpur is 712404.
What is the population of Santoshpur?
Santoshpur has a total population of 1,619, including 787 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur?
There are 345 households in Santoshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur is 65.47%. Male literacy is 72.17% and female literacy is 59.13%.