Santoshpur - Diamond Harbour - I, South 24 Parganas
Santoshpur is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.8 km from Diamond Harbour and around 39.1 km from Alipore. Parulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santoshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshpur is 334339. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.99 hectares and falls under the 743331 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
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 Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santoshpur
As per Census 2011, Santoshpur village has a total population of 1,481 people, consisting of 769 males and 712 females. The village has 309 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 946 literate and 535 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santoshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,481 | 769 | 712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 117 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 946 | 522 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 535 | 247 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Santoshpur
Santoshpur 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 Santoshpur
Santoshpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Santoshpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Santoshpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Santoshpur is about 39.1 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 Santoshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santoshpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Santoshpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Santoshpur
Where is Santoshpur located?
Santoshpur village is located in Diamond Harbour - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Parulia.
What is the pincode of Santoshpur?
The pincode of Santoshpur is 743331.
What is the population of Santoshpur?
Santoshpur has a total population of 1,481, including 769 males and 712 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur?
There are 309 households in Santoshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur is 63.88%. Male literacy is 67.88% and female literacy is 59.55%.