Santail - Habibpur, Malda
Santail is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.5 km from Habibpur and around 21.9 km from English Bazar. Dhumpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santail is 313149. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.89 hectares and falls under the 732121 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Santail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Habibpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santail
According to the 2011 Census, Santail village had a total population of 586 people, including 287 males and 299 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.76%, with male literacy at 51.05% and female literacy at 38.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 353.
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 | 586 | 287 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 353 | 170 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 122 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 165 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Santail
Santail 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hapania | North-West | 0.84 km |
| Panch Pukuria | South | 0.86 km |
| Fakira Kandar | East | 0.89 km |
| Lota Bhanga | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Karanjabari | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Baijpur | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Phulbhanga | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Jot Gokul | South | 1.56 km |
| Sankopara | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Telipukur | West | 1.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santail
Santail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malda Town, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.4 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 Englishbazar to Santail is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Santail is about 21.9 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santail
Where is Santail located?
Santail village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santail?
The Gram Panchayat of Santail is Dhumpur.
What is the pincode of Santail?
The pincode of Santail is 732121.
What is the population of Santail?
Santail had a total population of 586, including 287 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Santail?
Santail had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santail was 44.76%. Male literacy was 51.05% and female literacy was 38.91%.