Santoshpur - Tarakeswar, Hooghly
Santoshpur is a village situated in the Tarakeswar subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.5 km from Tarakeswar and around 43.7 km from Chinsura. Santoshpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshpur is 324441. The village covers a total geographical area of 259.96 hectares and falls under the 712410 pincode. Tarakaswar 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. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarakeswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santoshpur
As per Census 2011, Santoshpur village has a total population of 4,063 people, consisting of 2,044 males and 2,019 females. The village has 929 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 354 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,872 literate and 1,191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santoshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,063 | 2,044 | 2,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 354 | 167 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,242 | 619 | 623 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 2,872 | 1,556 | 1,316 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,191 | 488 | 703 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jiara | North | 0.83 km |
| Paschim Narayanpur | East | 1.30 km |
| Teghari | South | 1.50 km |
| Chandur | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Nachhipur | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Baikunthapur | West | 2.15 km |
| Kumrul | North | 2.20 km |
| Dakshin Kotalpur | North | 2.33 km |
| Mohanbati | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Chautara | East | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santoshpur
Public transport in the Santoshpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.8 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakaswar 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santoshpur
Where is Santoshpur located?
Santoshpur village is located in Tarakeswar Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
Santoshpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Santoshpur?
The pincode of Santoshpur is 712410.
What is the population of Santoshpur?
Santoshpur has a total population of 4,063, including 2,044 males and 2,019 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur?
There are 929 households in Santoshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur is 70.69%. Male literacy is 76.13% and female literacy is 65.18%.