Santoshpur
About Santoshpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Santoshpur village is 315782. Santoshpur village is located in Bharatpur I subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Bharatpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Santoshpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bharatpur is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 396.61 hectares. Santoshpur has a total population of 3,497 peoples, out of which male population is 1,868 while female population is 1,629. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 872 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of santoshpur village is 55.70% out of which 58.35% males and 52.67% females are literate. There are about 866 houses in santoshpur village. Pincode of santoshpur village locality is 742301.
When it comes to administration, Santoshpur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Santoshpur village comes under Bharatpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Baharampur Lok Sabha constituency. Kandi is nearest town to santoshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
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Population of Santoshpur
The population details of Santoshpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,497 | 1,868 | 1,629 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 453 | 243 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 769 | 408 | 361 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,948 | 1,090 | 858 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,549 | 778 | 771 |
Connectivity of Santoshpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Santoshpur
Where is Santoshpur located?
Santoshpur village is situated in Bharatpur I Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Bharatpur (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 742301, 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 3,497, with 1,868 males and 1,629 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Santoshpur village has a total of 866 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santoshpur is 55.70%. The male literacy rate is 58.35%, while the female literacy rate is 52.67%.