Singhpur - Rupauli, Purnia
Singhpur is a village situated in the Rupauli subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rupauli and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Singhpur Deera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singhpur is 223242. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 854204 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Singhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Singhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Singhpur village had a total population of 1,324 people, including 722 males and 602 females, living in 246 households. The sex ratio was 834 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.41%, with male literacy at 55.63% and female literacy at 39.35%.
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 | 1,324 | 722 | 602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 145 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 502 | 321 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 822 | 401 | 421 |
Nearby Villages of Singhpur
Singhpur 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 Singhpur
Public transport in the Singhpur 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Singhpur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singhpur 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Singhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singhpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Singhpur
Where is Singhpur located?
Singhpur village is located in Rupauli Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Singhpur is Singhpur Deera.
What is the pincode of Singhpur?
The pincode of Singhpur is 854204.
What is the population of Singhpur?
Singhpur had a total population of 1,324, including 722 males and 602 females.
How many households are there in Singhpur?
Singhpur had 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singhpur was 48.41%. Male literacy was 55.63% and female literacy was 39.35%.