Sinpur - Belhar, Banka
Sinpur is a village situated in the Belhar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belhar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Srinagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sinpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sinpur is 241520. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 812005 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sinpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sinpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sinpur village had a total population of 192 people, including 98 males and 94 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.35%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 52.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 151.
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 | 192 | 98 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 79 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 60 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 38 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Sinpur
Sinpur 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 Sinpur
Sinpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Sinpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Sinpur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sinpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sinpur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sinpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sinpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sinpur
Where is Sinpur located?
Sinpur village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sinpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sinpur is Srinagar.
What is the pincode of Sinpur?
The pincode of Sinpur is 812005.
What is the population of Sinpur?
Sinpur had a total population of 192, including 98 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Sinpur?
Sinpur had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sinpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sinpur was 62.35%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 52.56%.