Santoshpur - Harischandrapur - I, Malda
Santoshpur is a village situated in the Harischandrapur - I subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.1 km from Harischandrapur and around 55 km from English Bazar. Harishchandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santoshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshpur is 312050. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.4 hectares and falls under the 732125 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 90 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 Harischandrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santoshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Santoshpur village had a total population of 2,185 people, including 1,143 males and 1,042 females, living in 462 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.59%, with male literacy at 53.19% and female literacy at 45.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,185 | 1,143 | 1,042 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 186 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 911 | 509 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,274 | 634 | 640 |
Nearby Villages of Santoshpur
Santoshpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Santoshpur
Santoshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Santoshpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Malda to Santoshpur is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Santoshpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santoshpur
Where is Santoshpur located?
Santoshpur village is located in Harischandrapur - I Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Harishchandrapur.
What is the pincode of Santoshpur?
The pincode of Santoshpur is 732125.
What is the population of Santoshpur?
Santoshpur had a total population of 2,185, including 1,143 males and 1,042 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur?
Santoshpur had 462 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur was 49.59%. Male literacy was 53.19% and female literacy was 45.68%.