Santra Pur - Keshiary, Paschim Medinipur
Santra Pur is a village situated in the Keshiary subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Santrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santra Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santra Pur is 343521. The village covers a total geographical area of 939.75 hectares and falls under the 721133 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Santra Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Santra Pur
As per Census 2011, Santra Pur village has a total population of 3,605 people, consisting of 1,833 males and 1,772 females. The village has 834 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 440 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,303 literate and 1,302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,046 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,368 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santra Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,605 | 1,833 | 1,772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 440 | 247 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,046 | 528 | 518 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,368 | 702 | 666 |
| Literate Population | 2,303 | 1,275 | 1,028 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,302 | 558 | 744 |
Nearby Villages of Santra Pur
Santra Pur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Oldadurga Daspur | West | 1.85 km |
| Mandar | South | 2.07 km |
| Ban Deuli | North | 2.11 km |
| Khejur Kuthi | East | 2.26 km |
| Belma | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Chaulkundi | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Kulasini | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Banshiyar | East | 3.10 km |
| Saharia | West | 3.16 km |
| Singai Jamona | North | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santra Pur
Santra Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Contai Road, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Santra Pur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santra Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santra Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Santra Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santra Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santra Pur
Where is Santra Pur located?
Santra Pur village is located in Keshiary Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santra Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santra Pur is Santrapur.
What is the pincode of Santra Pur?
The pincode of Santra Pur is 721133.
What is the population of Santra Pur?
Santra Pur has a total population of 3,605, including 1,833 males and 1,772 females.
How many households are there in Santra Pur?
There are 834 households in Santra Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Santra Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santra Pur is 63.88%. Male literacy is 69.56% and female literacy is 58.01%.