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.
Santoshpur 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Santoshpur 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Santoshpur village:
- The total population of Santoshpur village is around 4,168, including approximately 2,229 males and 1,939 females, with a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 427 children aged 0–6 years in Santoshpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Santoshpur village has 773 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Santoshpur village is about 75.79%, with male literacy at 78.15% and female literacy at 73.08%.
- There are around 994 households in Santoshpur village.
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%.