Santoshbati - Jagatballavpur, Howrah
Santoshbati is a village situated in the Jagatballavpur subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.3 km from Jagatballavpur and around 34.5 km from Howrah. Maju serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santoshbati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshbati is 332733. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.32 hectares and falls under the 711414 pincode. Haora is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Santoshbati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagatballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sreerampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santoshbati
According to the 2011 Census, Santoshbati village had a total population of 1,077 people, including 543 males and 534 females, living in 239 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.50%, with male literacy at 87.53% and female literacy at 81.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174.
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 | 1,077 | 543 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 89 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 818 | 428 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 115 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Santoshbati
Santoshbati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marghurali | South-East | 1.11 km |
| Bhursit Bamunpara | North | 1.22 km |
| Jadabbati | West | 1.23 km |
| Paikpara | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Chong Ghurali (ct) | South | 1.30 km |
| Uttar Maju | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Madhya Maju | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Nimabalia | East | 1.78 km |
| Finga Gachhi | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Dhasa | North-West | 2.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santoshbati
Santoshbati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Abada, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Haora to Santoshbati is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Santoshbati is about 34.5 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 Santoshbati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santoshbati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Santoshbati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santoshbati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santoshbati
Where is Santoshbati located?
Santoshbati village is located in Jagatballavpur Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santoshbati?
The Gram Panchayat of Santoshbati is Maju.
What is the pincode of Santoshbati?
The pincode of Santoshbati is 711414.
What is the population of Santoshbati?
Santoshbati had a total population of 1,077, including 543 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Santoshbati?
Santoshbati had 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshbati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshbati was 84.50%. Male literacy was 87.53% and female literacy was 81.42%.