Dakshin Santoshpur - Budge Budge - II, South 24 Parganas
Dakshin Santoshpur is a village situated in the Budge Budge - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.9 km from Dongaria and around 28.1 km from Alipore. Kamrabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Santoshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Santoshpur is 333378. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.62 hectares and falls under the 743318 pincode. Dakshin Raipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dakshin Santoshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satgachhia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dakshin Santoshpur
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Santoshpur village has a total population of 278 people, consisting of 141 males and 137 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 136 literate and 142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Santoshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 278 | 141 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 124 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 75 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 66 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Santoshpur
Dakshin Santoshpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sadatpur | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Madhya Santoshpur | North | 1.67 km |
| Baigachhi | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Chak Mahishjol | East | 2.14 km |
| Kanaidanga | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Khas Mara | South | 2.70 km |
| Mahishgote | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Anantabati (ct) | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Uttar Santoshpur | North | 3.09 km |
| Rajapur | East | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dakshin Santoshpur
Dakshin Santoshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Sankrall, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dakshin Raipur to Dakshin Santoshpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Dakshin Santoshpur is about 28.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Santoshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Santoshpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Santoshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakshin Santoshpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Santoshpur
Where is Dakshin Santoshpur located?
Dakshin Santoshpur village is located in Budge Budge - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Santoshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Santoshpur is Kamrabad.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Santoshpur?
The pincode of Dakshin Santoshpur is 743318.
What is the population of Dakshin Santoshpur?
Dakshin Santoshpur has a total population of 278, including 141 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Santoshpur?
There are 58 households in Dakshin Santoshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Santoshpur is 48.92%. Male literacy is 53.19% and female literacy is 44.53%.