Singhibahni - Sonbarsa, Sitamarhi
Singhibahni is a village situated in the Sonbarsa subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonbarsa and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Singhwahini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singhibahni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singhibahni is 219109. The village covers a total geographical area of 827.97 hectares and falls under the 843317 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Singhibahni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitamarhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singhibahni
As per Census 2011, Singhibahni village has a total population of 10,632 people, consisting of 5,519 males and 5,113 females. The village has 2,525 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,013 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,432 literate and 6,200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singhibahni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,632 | 5,519 | 5,113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,013 | 1,074 | 939 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,172 | 601 | 571 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,432 | 2,721 | 1,711 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,200 | 2,798 | 3,402 |
Nearby Villages of Singhibahni
Singhibahni 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 Singhibahni
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Singhibahni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sitamarhi to Singhibahni is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singhibahni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singhibahni 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Singhibahni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singhibahni 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Singhibahni
Where is Singhibahni located?
Singhibahni village is located in Sonbarsa Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singhibahni?
The Gram Panchayat of Singhibahni is Singhwahini.
What is the pincode of Singhibahni?
The pincode of Singhibahni is 843317.
What is the population of Singhibahni?
Singhibahni has a total population of 10,632, including 5,519 males and 5,113 females.
How many households are there in Singhibahni?
There are 2,525 households in Singhibahni.
What is the literacy rate in Singhibahni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singhibahni is 41.69%. Male literacy is 49.30% and female literacy is 33.46%.