Santoshpur - Kulpi, South 24 Parganas
Santoshpur is a village situated in the Kulpi subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.9 km from Paschim Gopalnagar and around 60.9 km from Alipore. Kamarchak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santoshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshpur is 334588. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.37 hectares and falls under the 743351 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Santoshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Santoshpur
According to the 2011 Census, Santoshpur village had a total population of 772 people, including 401 males and 371 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.71%, with male literacy at 88.10% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 516.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 772 | 401 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 48 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 516 | 268 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 563 | 311 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 90 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Santoshpur
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Mukundapur | East | 0.69 km |
| Gouripur | West | 1.15 km |
| Mirzapur | North-West | 1.30 km |
| Kishmat Kriparampur | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Bijoyrampur | East | 1.65 km |
| Hatirampur | North | 2.05 km |
| Kalibere | South | 2.19 km |
| Daulatabad | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Kulpi | West | 2.22 km |
| Debipur | North | 2.22 km |
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 Kalwan Halt, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.5 km.
| 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 2-5 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 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Santoshpur is about 60.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santoshpur
Where is Santoshpur located?
Santoshpur village is located in Kulpi Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Kamarchak.
What is the pincode of Santoshpur?
The pincode of Santoshpur is 743351.
What is the population of Santoshpur?
Santoshpur had a total population of 772, including 401 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur?
Santoshpur had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur was 81.71%. Male literacy was 88.10% and female literacy was 75.00%.