Santoshpur - Sagardighi, Murshidabad
Santoshpur is a village situated in the Sagardighi subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Sagardighi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santoshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshpur is 314329. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.08 hectares and falls under the 742226 pincode. Raghunathganj is the nearest town, located about 10 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 1,786 people, consisting of 919 males and 867 females. The village has 432 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,062 literate and 724 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santoshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,786 | 919 | 867 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 97 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,062 | 576 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 724 | 343 | 381 |
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 auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Santoshpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghunathganj to Santoshpur is about 10 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 >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santoshpur
Where is Santoshpur located?
Santoshpur village is located in Sagardighi Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Sagardighi.
What is the pincode of Santoshpur?
The pincode of Santoshpur is 742226.
What is the population of Santoshpur?
Santoshpur has a total population of 1,786, including 919 males and 867 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur?
There are 432 households in Santoshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur is 59.46%. Male literacy is 62.68% and female literacy is 56.06%.