Santoshpur
Santoshpur is a village located in Tarakeswar subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.5km away from sub-district headquarter Tarakeswar (tehsildar office) and 43.7km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Santoshpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Santoshpur unique in its vibrant Tarakeswar-Hugli region. You’ll see Santoshpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Santoshpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santoshpur is 324441. The village spans a total geographical area of 259.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712410. Tarakaswar is nearest town to Santoshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Santoshpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tarakeswar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arambag Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Santoshpur
Population of Santoshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Santoshpur has a total population of about 4,063, with approximately 2,044 males and 2,019 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 354 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,242 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 27. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.69%, with male literacy at about 76.13% and female literacy near 65.18%. There are around 929 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Santoshpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
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 Tarakeswar Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
- Santoshpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Santoshpur?
- The pincode of Santoshpur is 712410, 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 4,063, with 2,044 males and 2,019 females.
- How many households are there in Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santoshpur village has a total of 929 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santoshpur is 70.69%. The male literacy rate is 76.13%, while the female literacy rate is 65.18%.