Singibahar - Farsabahar, Jashpur
Singibahar is a village situated in the Farsabahar tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Farsabahar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Singi Bahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singibahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singibahar is 434138. The village covers a total geographical area of 1283.57 hectares and falls under the 496227 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Singibahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singibahar
As per Census 2011, Singibahar village has a total population of 3,125 people, consisting of 1,464 males and 1,661 females. The village has 775 households and a sex ratio of 1,134 females per 1,000 males. There are 408 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,772 literate and 1,353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,627 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singibahar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,125 | 1,464 | 1,661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 189 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 60 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,627 | 751 | 876 |
| Literate Population | 1,772 | 941 | 831 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,353 | 523 | 830 |
Nearby Villages of Singibahar
Singibahar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkaspali | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Uparkachhar | East | 3.42 km |
| Kersai | North | 3.56 km |
| Sajbahar | South | 3.70 km |
| Daijbahar | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Lathbora | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Aurijor | West | 4.03 km |
| Bandhatoli | South-East | 4.28 km |
| Dhourasand | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Deori | North-West | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singibahar
Singibahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bamra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.1 km.
| 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 Pathalgaon to Singibahar is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Singibahar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singibahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singibahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Singibahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singibahar 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 Singibahar
Where is Singibahar located?
Singibahar village is located in Farsabahar Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singibahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Singibahar is Singi Bahar.
What is the pincode of Singibahar?
The pincode of Singibahar is 496227.
What is the population of Singibahar?
Singibahar has a total population of 3,125, including 1,464 males and 1,661 females.
How many households are there in Singibahar?
There are 775 households in Singibahar.
What is the literacy rate in Singibahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singibahar is 56.70%. Male literacy is 64.28% and female literacy is 50.03%.