Santoshpur - Kandi, Murshidabad
Santoshpur is a village situated in the Kandi subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Andulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santoshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshpur is 315265. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.14 hectares and falls under the 742138 pincode. Kandi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Santoshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santoshpur
As per Census 2011, Santoshpur village has a total population of 759 people, consisting of 380 males and 379 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 495 literate and 264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 208 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santoshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Santoshpur
Santoshpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jitpur | North | 0.88 km |
| Rajarampur | North-West | 1.07 km |
| Gopalpur | West | 1.11 km |
| Chandanagar | East | 1.21 km |
| Lakshmikantapur | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Mahadia | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Manoharpur | West | 1.87 km |
| Purandarpur | North | 2.07 km |
| Harinagar | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Rayabati | West | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santoshpur
Santoshpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kanthaliya Road, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kandi to Santoshpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santoshpur
Where is Santoshpur located?
Santoshpur village is located in Kandi Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Andulia.
What is the pincode of Santoshpur?
The pincode of Santoshpur is 742138.
What is the population of Santoshpur?
Santoshpur has a total population of 759, including 380 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur?
There are 187 households in Santoshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur is 65.22%. Male literacy is 74.21% and female literacy is 56.20%.