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.
Here you can discover what makes Santuri unique in its vibrant Santuri-Puruliya region. You’ll see Santuri’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Santuri has a total population of about 2,700, with approximately 1,390 males and 1,310 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 322 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 918 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,053. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.37%, with male literacy at about 69.06% and female literacy near 47.02%. There are around 586 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Santuri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.