Santoshpur
Santoshpur is a village located in Bongaon subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.9km away from sub-district headquarter Bongaon (tehsildar office) and 55.4km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Akaipur is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Santoshpur unique in its vibrant Bongaon-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Santoshpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Santoshpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santoshpur is 322625. The village spans a total geographical area of 381.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743710. Bangaon is nearest town to Santoshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Santoshpur
Population of Santoshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Santoshpur has a total population of about 4,168, with approximately 2,229 males and 1,939 females. The sex ratio is around 869 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 427 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 773 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.79%, with male literacy at about 78.15% and female literacy near 73.08%. There are around 994 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Santoshpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,168 | 2,229 | 1,939 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 427 | 228 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 773 | 399 | 374 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,159 | 1,742 | 1,417 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,009 | 487 | 522 |
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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Bongaon Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Akaipur (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 743710, 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 4,168, with 2,229 males and 1,939 females.
- How many households are there in Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santoshpur village has a total of 994 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santoshpur is 75.79%. The male literacy rate is 78.15%, while the female literacy rate is 73.08%.