Santoshpur - Karimpur - I, Nadia
Santoshpur is a village situated in the Karimpur - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karimpur and around 87.1 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Jamasherpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santoshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshpur is 321083. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.55 hectares and falls under the 741122 pincode. Krishnagar 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
According to the 2011 Census, Santoshpur village had a total population of 1,233 people, including 619 males and 614 females, living in 348 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.17%, with male literacy at 57.90% and female literacy at 58.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 232, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 1,233 | 619 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 56 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 116 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 648 | 326 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 293 | 292 |
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
Public transport in the Santoshpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Krishnagar to Santoshpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Santoshpur is about 87.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santoshpur
Where is Santoshpur located?
Santoshpur village is located in Karimpur - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Jamasherpur.
What is the pincode of Santoshpur?
The pincode of Santoshpur is 741122.
What is the population of Santoshpur?
Santoshpur had a total population of 1,233, including 619 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur?
Santoshpur had 348 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur was 58.17%. Male literacy was 57.90% and female literacy was 58.44%.