Santuri
Santuri is a village located in Santuri subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 61.2km away from district headquarter Santuri. Santuri is the sub-district headquarter of Santuri village. As per 2009 stats, Santuri village is also a gram panchayat.
Santuri has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Santuri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santuri is 330574. The village spans a total geographical area of 578.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723157. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Santuri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Santuri
Population of Santuri
Below is a concise population overview of Santuri 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 | 2,700 | 1,390 | 1,310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 165 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 918 | 489 | 429 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,053 | 521 | 532 |
| Literate Population | 1,576 | 960 | 616 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,124 | 430 | 694 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Santuri village:
- The total population of Santuri village is around 2,700, including approximately 1,390 males and 1,310 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 322 children aged 0–6 years in Santuri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Santuri village has 918 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,053 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Santuri village is about 58.37%, with male literacy at 69.06% and female literacy at 47.02%.
- There are around 586 households in Santuri village.
Connectivity of Santuri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Santuri. As per the 2011 stats, Santuri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Santuri
Knowing the nearby villages of Santuri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Santuri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santuri
- Where is Santuri located?
- Santuri village is situated in Santuri Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santuri?
- Santuri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Santuri?
- The pincode of Santuri is 723157, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Santuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santuri is 2,700, with 1,390 males and 1,310 females.
- How many households are there in Santuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santuri village has a total of 586 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santuri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santuri is 58.37%. The male literacy rate is 69.06%, while the female literacy rate is 47.02%.