Santosha
Santosha is a village located in Bagda subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.3km away from sub-district headquarter Bagda (tehsildar office) and 69.8km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Malipota is the gram panchayat of Santosha village.
Santosha has its own place in the vibrant North Twenty Four Parganas 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 Santosha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santosha is 322487. The village spans a total geographical area of 257.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743297. Bongaon is nearest town to Santosha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Santosha
Population of Santosha
Below is a concise population overview of Santosha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,585 | 1,350 | 1,235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 123 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,595 | 821 | 774 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 2,048 | 1,107 | 941 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 243 | 294 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Santosha village:
- The total population of Santosha village is around 2,585, including approximately 1,350 males and 1,235 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 227 children aged 0–6 years in Santosha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Santosha village has 1,595 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 26 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Santosha village is about 79.23%, with male literacy at 82.00% and female literacy at 76.19%.
- There are around 593 households in Santosha village.
Connectivity of Santosha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Santosha. As per the 2011 stats, Santosha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Santosha
Knowing the nearby villages of Santosha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Santosha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santosha
- Where is Santosha located?
- Santosha village is situated in Bagda Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santosha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Santosha is Malipota (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Santosha?
- The pincode of Santosha is 743297, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Santosha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santosha is 2,585, with 1,350 males and 1,235 females.
- How many households are there in Santosha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santosha village has a total of 593 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santosha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santosha is 79.23%. The male literacy rate is 82.00%, while the female literacy rate is 76.19%.