Singpur - Magarlod, Dhamtari
Singpur is a village situated in the Magarlod tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Magarlod and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Singpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singpur is 446996. The village covers a total geographical area of 522.4 hectares and falls under the 493773 pincode. Kurud is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Singpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kurud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singpur
As per Census 2011, Singpur village has a total population of 1,502 people, consisting of 736 males and 766 females. The village has 369 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 972 literate and 530 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 870 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,502 | 736 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 108 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 870 | 416 | 454 |
| Literate Population | 972 | 531 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 205 | 325 |
Nearby Villages of Singpur
Singpur 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 Singpur
Singpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Kurud to Singpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Singpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singpur 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 Singpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Singpur
Where is Singpur located?
Singpur village is located in Magarlod Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singpur?
Singpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Singpur?
The pincode of Singpur is 493773.
What is the population of Singpur?
Singpur has a total population of 1,502, including 736 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Singpur?
There are 369 households in Singpur.
What is the literacy rate in Singpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singpur is 64.71%. Male literacy is 72.15% and female literacy is 57.57%.