Santaldih - Raghunathpur - II, Purulia
Santaldih is a village situated in the Raghunathpur - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.5 km from Raghunathpur and around 42.3 km from Purulia. Cheliama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santaldih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santaldih is 330159. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.58 hectares and falls under the 723133 pincode. Santaldih is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Santaldih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Para Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santaldih
According to the 2011 Census, Santaldih village had a total population of 961 people, including 524 males and 437 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 834 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.50%, with male literacy at 86.02% and female literacy at 56.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 314.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 961 | 524 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 165 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 617 | 400 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 124 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Santaldih
Santaldih is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Santaldih
Santaldih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Santaldih.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santaldih to Santaldih is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Santaldih is about 42.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santaldih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santaldih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santaldih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santaldih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santaldih
Where is Santaldih located?
Santaldih village is located in Raghunathpur - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santaldih?
The Gram Panchayat of Santaldih is Cheliama.
What is the pincode of Santaldih?
The pincode of Santaldih is 723133.
What is the population of Santaldih?
Santaldih had a total population of 961, including 524 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Santaldih?
Santaldih had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santaldih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santaldih was 72.50%. Male literacy was 86.02% and female literacy was 56.22%.