Singhar - Alamnagar, Madhepura
Singhar is a village situated in the Alamnagar subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alamnagar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Singhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singhar is 226189. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.9 hectares and falls under the 852219 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Singhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Singhar
As per Census 2011, Singhar village has a total population of 2,764 people, consisting of 1,429 males and 1,335 females. The village has 548 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 696 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 780 literate and 1,984 illiterate residents. Additionally, 574 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,764 | 1,429 | 1,335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 696 | 363 | 333 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 574 | 292 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 780 | 498 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,984 | 931 | 1,053 |
Nearby Villages of Singhar
Singhar 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 Singhar
Singhar 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murliganj to Singhar is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Singhar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Singhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Singhar
Where is Singhar located?
Singhar village is located in Alamnagar Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singhar?
Singhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Singhar?
The pincode of Singhar is 852219.
What is the population of Singhar?
Singhar has a total population of 2,764, including 1,429 males and 1,335 females.
How many households are there in Singhar?
There are 548 households in Singhar.
What is the literacy rate in Singhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singhar is 28.22%. Male literacy is 34.85% and female literacy is 21.12%.