Santoshpur
Santoshpur is a village located in Diamond Harbour I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.8km away from sub-district headquarter Diamond Harbour (tehsildar office) and 39.1km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Parulia is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur village.
Santoshpur has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Santoshpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santoshpur is 334339. The village spans a total geographical area of 51.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743368. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Santoshpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Santoshpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Santoshpur
Population of Santoshpur
Below is a concise population overview of Santoshpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,481 | 769 | 712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 117 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 946 | 522 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 535 | 247 | 288 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Santoshpur village:
- The total population of Santoshpur village is around 1,481, including approximately 769 males and 712 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 220 children aged 0–6 years in Santoshpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Santoshpur village is about 63.88%, with male literacy at 67.88% and female literacy at 59.55%.
- There are around 309 households in Santoshpur village.
Connectivity of Santoshpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Santoshpur. As per the 2011 stats, Santoshpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Santoshpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Santoshpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Santoshpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santoshpur
- Where is Santoshpur located?
- Santoshpur village is situated in Diamond Harbour I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur is Parulia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Santoshpur?
- The pincode of Santoshpur is 743368, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santoshpur is 1,481, with 769 males and 712 females.
- How many households are there in Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santoshpur village has a total of 309 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santoshpur is 63.88%. The male literacy rate is 67.88%, while the female literacy rate is 59.55%.