Singhia - Bisfi, Madhubani
Singhia is a village situated in the Bisfi subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisfi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Singia East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singhia is 220373. The village covers a total geographical area of 1480 hectares and falls under the 847102 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Singhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Singhia
As per Census 2011, Singhia village has a total population of 21,399 people, consisting of 11,208 males and 10,191 females. The village has 4,505 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,920 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,714 literate and 12,685 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,826 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,399 | 11,208 | 10,191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,920 | 2,016 | 1,904 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,826 | 1,535 | 1,291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 8,714 | 5,450 | 3,264 |
| Illiterate Population | 12,685 | 5,758 | 6,927 |
Nearby Villages of Singhia
Singhia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Singhaso | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Bisfi | North | 3.57 km |
| Dudhail | West | 3.67 km |
| Sadullahpur | West | 4.03 km |
| Chaparia | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Balha | North-West | 5.11 km |
| Jairampur | West | 5.26 km |
| Nurchak | North-East | 5.34 km |
| Gorhaul | West | 5.49 km |
| Marhia | North-East | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singhia
Public transport in the Singhia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tektar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.1 km.
| 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 Darbhanga to Singhia is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Singhia 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 Singhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singhia 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 km |
Health Facilities in Singhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singhia 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Singhia
Where is Singhia located?
Singhia village is located in Bisfi Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Singhia is Singia East.
What is the pincode of Singhia?
The pincode of Singhia is 847102.
What is the population of Singhia?
Singhia has a total population of 21,399, including 11,208 males and 10,191 females.
How many households are there in Singhia?
There are 4,505 households in Singhia.
What is the literacy rate in Singhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singhia is 40.72%. Male literacy is 48.63% and female literacy is 32.03%.