Singha Chauri - Bokhara, Sitamarhi
Singha Chauri is a village situated in the Bokhara subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bokhara and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Singhachauri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singha Chauri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singha Chauri is 219799. The village covers a total geographical area of 291 hectares and falls under the 843318 pincode. Pupri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Singha Chauri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Singha Chauri
As per Census 2011, Singha Chauri village has a total population of 5,485 people, consisting of 2,881 males and 2,604 females. The village has 1,176 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 987 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,923 literate and 3,562 illiterate residents. Additionally, 575 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singha Chauri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,485 | 2,881 | 2,604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 987 | 529 | 458 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 575 | 308 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 1,923 | 1,155 | 768 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,562 | 1,726 | 1,836 |
Nearby Villages of Singha Chauri
Singha Chauri 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 Singha Chauri
Singha Chauri 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 5-10 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 Pupri to Singha Chauri is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Singha Chauri is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singha Chauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singha Chauri 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Singha Chauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singha Chauri 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Singha Chauri
Where is Singha Chauri located?
Singha Chauri village is located in Bokhara Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singha Chauri?
The Gram Panchayat of Singha Chauri is Singhachauri.
What is the pincode of Singha Chauri?
The pincode of Singha Chauri is 843318.
What is the population of Singha Chauri?
Singha Chauri has a total population of 5,485, including 2,881 males and 2,604 females.
How many households are there in Singha Chauri?
There are 1,176 households in Singha Chauri.
What is the literacy rate in Singha Chauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singha Chauri is 35.06%. Male literacy is 40.09% and female literacy is 29.49%.