Santoshpur

Santoshpur is a village located in Kandi subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Kandi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Santoshpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Andulia is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur village.

Santoshpur has its own place in the vibrant Murshidabad 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 315265. The village spans a total geographical area of 117.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742138. Kandi is nearest town to Santoshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 759 380 379
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 83 38 45
Scheduled Castes (SC) 208 105 103
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 33 18 15
Literate Population 495 282 213
Illiterate Population 264 98 166

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Santoshpur village:

  • The total population of Santoshpur village is around 759, including approximately 380 males and 379 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 83 children aged 0–6 years in Santoshpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Santoshpur village has 208 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 33 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Santoshpur village is about 65.22%, with male literacy at 74.21% and female literacy at 56.20%.
  • There are around 187 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 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 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 Kandi Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Andulia (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 742138, 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 759, with 380 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Santoshpur village has a total of 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santoshpur is 65.22%. The male literacy rate is 74.21%, while the female literacy rate is 56.20%.