Santoshpur
Santoshpur is a village located in Dantan Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Santoshpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Jenkapur is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Santoshpur unique in its vibrant Dantan Ii-Paschim Medinipur 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 343939. The village spans a total geographical area of 212.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721435. Kharagpur is nearest town to Santoshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 73km away.
Google Map of Santoshpur
Population of Santoshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Santoshpur has a total population of about 1,429, with approximately 719 males and 710 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 155 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 242 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 398. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.17%, with male literacy at about 78.44% and female literacy near 63.80%. There are around 313 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 | 1,429 | 719 | 710 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 80 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 124 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 398 | 191 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 1,017 | 564 | 453 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 155 | 257 |
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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Dantan Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Jenkapur (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 721435, 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 1,429, with 719 males and 710 females.
- How many households are there in Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santoshpur village has a total of 313 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santoshpur is 71.17%. The male literacy rate is 78.44%, while the female literacy rate is 63.80%.