Santoshpur
Santoshpur is a village located in Goghat I subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.9km away from sub-district headquarter Goghat (tehsildar office) and 79.9km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Raghubati is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur village.
Santoshpur has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Santoshpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santoshpur is 324029. The village spans a total geographical area of 48.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712602. Arambag is nearest town to Santoshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Santoshpur
Population of Santoshpur
Below is a concise population overview of Santoshpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,337 | 669 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 70 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 980 | 496 | 484 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 775 | 425 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 562 | 244 | 318 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Santoshpur village:
- The total population of Santoshpur village is around 1,337, including approximately 669 males and 668 females, with a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 140 children aged 0–6 years in Santoshpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Santoshpur village has 980 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Santoshpur village is about 57.97%, with male literacy at 63.53% and female literacy at 52.40%.
- There are around 321 households in Santoshpur village.
Connectivity of Santoshpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Santoshpur. As per the 2011 stats, Santoshpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Santoshpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Santoshpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Santoshpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santoshpur
- Where is Santoshpur located?
- Santoshpur village is situated in Goghat I Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Raghubati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Santoshpur?
- The pincode of Santoshpur is 712602, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santoshpur is 1,337, with 669 males and 668 females.
- How many households are there in Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santoshpur village has a total of 321 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santoshpur is 57.97%. The male literacy rate is 63.53%, while the female literacy rate is 52.40%.