Santoshnagar
Santoshnagar is a village located in Mathurapur I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.4km away from sub-district headquarter Mathurapur (tehsildar office) and 56.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Debipur is the gram panchayat of Santoshnagar village.
Santoshnagar 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 Santoshnagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Santoshnagar is 334820. The village spans a total geographical area of 36.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743354. Joynagar is nearest town to Santoshnagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Santoshnagar 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 Raidighi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Santoshnagar
Population of Santoshnagar
Below is a concise population overview of Santoshnagar 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 | 2,856 | 1,466 | 1,390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 266 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,620 | 866 | 754 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,236 | 600 | 636 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Santoshnagar village:
- The total population of Santoshnagar village is around 2,856, including approximately 1,466 males and 1,390 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 507 children aged 0–6 years in Santoshnagar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Santoshnagar village is about 56.72%, with male literacy at 59.07% and female literacy at 54.24%.
- There are around 500 households in Santoshnagar village.
Connectivity of Santoshnagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Santoshnagar. As per the 2011 stats, Santoshnagar 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 Santoshnagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Santoshnagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Santoshnagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santoshnagar
- Where is Santoshnagar located?
- Santoshnagar village is situated in Mathurapur I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Santoshnagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Santoshnagar is Debipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Santoshnagar?
- The pincode of Santoshnagar is 743354, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Santoshnagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Santoshnagar is 2,856, with 1,466 males and 1,390 females.
- How many households are there in Santoshnagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Santoshnagar village has a total of 500 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Santoshnagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Santoshnagar is 56.72%. The male literacy rate is 59.07%, while the female literacy rate is 54.24%.