Singhian - Murliganj, Madhepura
Singhian is a village situated in the Murliganj subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murliganj and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Singiyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singhian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singhian is 226012. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 852122 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Singhian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bihariganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhepura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singhian
As per Census 2011, Singhian village has a total population of 3,540 people, consisting of 1,835 males and 1,705 females. The village has 739 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 689 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,373 literate and 2,167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 586 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 253 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singhian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,540 | 1,835 | 1,705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 689 | 346 | 343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 586 | 285 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 134 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 1,373 | 861 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,167 | 974 | 1,193 |
Nearby Villages of Singhian
Singhian 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 Singhian
Public transport in the Singhian is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Singhian.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murliganj to Singhian is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Singhian is about 30 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 Singhian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singhian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Singhian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singhian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singhian
Where is Singhian located?
Singhian village is located in Murliganj Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singhian?
The Gram Panchayat of Singhian is Singiyan.
What is the pincode of Singhian?
The pincode of Singhian is 852122.
What is the population of Singhian?
Singhian has a total population of 3,540, including 1,835 males and 1,705 females.
How many households are there in Singhian?
There are 739 households in Singhian.
What is the literacy rate in Singhian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singhian is 38.79%. Male literacy is 46.92% and female literacy is 30.03%.