Singharikol - Baisa, Purnia
Singharikol is a village situated in the Baisa subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baisa and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Khapra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singharikol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singharikol is 223848. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Kishanganj is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Singharikol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Singharikol
As per Census 2011, Singharikol village has a total population of 256 people, consisting of 136 males and 120 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singharikol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 256 | 136 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 54 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 82 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Singharikol
Singharikol 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 Singharikol
Public transport in the Singharikol 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 Kishanganj to Singharikol is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Singharikol is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singharikol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singharikol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Singharikol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singharikol 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 Singharikol
Where is Singharikol located?
Singharikol village is located in Baisa Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singharikol?
The Gram Panchayat of Singharikol is Khapra.
What is the pincode of Singharikol?
The pincode of Singharikol is 854315.
What is the population of Singharikol?
Singharikol has a total population of 256, including 136 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Singharikol?
There are 46 households in Singharikol.
What is the literacy rate in Singharikol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singharikol is 30.86%. Male literacy is 39.71% and female literacy is 20.83%.