Santipur - Jaynagar - I, South 24 Parganas
Santipur is a village situated in the Jaynagar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.5 km from Baru and around 31.2 km from Alipore. Khakurdaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santipur is 334923. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.11 hectares and falls under the 743337 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Santipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santipur
As per Census 2011, Santipur village has a total population of 1,430 people, consisting of 720 males and 710 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,068 literate and 362 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,430 | 720 | 710 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 72 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 1,068 | 591 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 129 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Santipur
Santipur 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 Santipur
Santipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Santipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Joynagar to Santipur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Santipur is about 31.2 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 Santipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santipur
Where is Santipur located?
Santipur village is located in Jaynagar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santipur is Khakurdaha.
What is the pincode of Santipur?
The pincode of Santipur is 743337.
What is the population of Santipur?
Santipur has a total population of 1,430, including 720 males and 710 females.
How many households are there in Santipur?
There are 350 households in Santipur.
What is the literacy rate in Santipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santipur is 74.69%. Male literacy is 82.08% and female literacy is 67.18%.