Singia - Bihpuria, Lakhimpur
Singia is a village situated in the Bihpuria subdivision of Lakhimpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bihpuria and around 26 km from the district headquarters in North Lakhimpur. Dakhin Laluk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singia is 287631. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.65 hectares and falls under the 784160 pincode. Bihpuria is the nearest town.
Singia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Singia
According to the 2011 Census, Singia village had a total population of 554 people, including 286 males and 268 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.11%, with male literacy at 90.63% and female literacy at 72.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 293, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 554 | 286 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 146 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 232 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 54 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Singia
Singia 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 Singia
Public transport in the Singia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Singia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from North Lakhimpur to Singia is about 26 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 Singia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Singia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singia 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Singia
Where is Singia located?
Singia village is located in Bihpuria Subdivision, Lakhimpur district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singia?
The Gram Panchayat of Singia is Dakhin Laluk.
What is the pincode of Singia?
The pincode of Singia is 784160.
What is the population of Singia?
Singia had a total population of 554, including 286 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Singia?
Singia had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singia was 82.11%. Male literacy was 90.63% and female literacy was 72.88%.