Santoshnagar - Mathurapur - I, South 24 Parganas
Santoshnagar is a village situated in the Mathurapur - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.4 km from Mathurapur and around 56.2 km from Alipore. Debipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santoshnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshnagar is 334820. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.37 hectares and falls under the 743354 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Santoshnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raidighi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Santoshnagar
As per Census 2011, Santoshnagar village has a total population of 2,856 people, consisting of 1,466 males and 1,390 females. The village has 500 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 507 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,620 literate and 1,236 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santoshnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,856 | 1,466 | 1,390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 266 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 1,620 | 866 | 754 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,236 | 600 | 636 |
Nearby Villages of Santoshnagar
Santoshnagar 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 Santoshnagar
Santoshnagar 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 Santoshnagar.
| 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 Joynagar to Santoshnagar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Santoshnagar is about 56.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santoshnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santoshnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Santoshnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santoshnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Santoshnagar
Where is Santoshnagar located?
Santoshnagar village is located in Mathurapur - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santoshnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Santoshnagar is Debipur.
What is the pincode of Santoshnagar?
The pincode of Santoshnagar is 743354.
What is the population of Santoshnagar?
Santoshnagar has a total population of 2,856, including 1,466 males and 1,390 females.
How many households are there in Santoshnagar?
There are 500 households in Santoshnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshnagar is 56.72%. Male literacy is 59.07% and female literacy is 54.24%.