Singarpur - Kishanganj, Madhepura
Singarpur is a village situated in the Kishanganj subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishanganj and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Nayanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singarpur is 226092. The village covers a total geographical area of 355.66 hectares and falls under the 852220 pincode. Madhepura is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Singarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alamnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhepura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Singarpur village had a total population of 4,968 people, including 2,576 males and 2,392 females, living in 1,064 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.81%, with male literacy at 58.04% and female literacy at 36.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 576.
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 | 4,968 | 2,576 | 2,392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,069 | 560 | 509 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 576 | 302 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,864 | 1,170 | 694 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,104 | 1,406 | 1,698 |
Nearby Villages of Singarpur
Singarpur 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 Singarpur
Singarpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhepura to Singarpur is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Singarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Singarpur
Where is Singarpur located?
Singarpur village is located in Kishanganj Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Singarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Singarpur is Nayanagar.
What is the pincode of Singarpur?
The pincode of Singarpur is 852220.
What is the population of Singarpur?
Singarpur had a total population of 4,968, including 2,576 males and 2,392 females.
How many households are there in Singarpur?
Singarpur had 1,064 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singarpur was 47.81%. Male literacy was 58.04% and female literacy was 36.86%.