Singhangarh - Sahaspur Lohara, Kabeerdham
Singhangarh is a village situated in the Sahaspur Lohara tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahaspur Lohara and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Singhangarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singhangarh is 439696. The village covers a total geographical area of 370.29 hectares and falls under the 491996 pincode. Sahaspur-lohara is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Singhangarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandariya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singhangarh
As per Census 2011, Singhangarh village has a total population of 1,679 people, consisting of 853 males and 826 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 974 literate and 705 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singhangarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,679 | 853 | 826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 117 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 974 | 593 | 381 |
| Illiterate Population | 705 | 260 | 445 |
Nearby Villages of Singhangarh
Singhangarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Doma Tola | North-West | 0.97 km |
| Manpur | East | 1.57 km |
| Bhandarpur | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Bijabairagi | West | 2.39 km |
| Bargaon | South | 2.40 km |
| Kotrabundeli | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Mohgaon | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Ranjitpur | North | 3.24 km |
| Jhadutola | East | 3.31 km |
| Jangalpur | West | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singhangarh
Singhangarh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rasmara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sahaspur-lohara to Singhangarh is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Singhangarh is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singhangarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singhangarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Singhangarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singhangarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Singhangarh
Where is Singhangarh located?
Singhangarh village is located in Sahaspur Lohara Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singhangarh?
Singhangarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Singhangarh?
The pincode of Singhangarh is 491996.
What is the population of Singhangarh?
Singhangarh has a total population of 1,679, including 853 males and 826 females.
How many households are there in Singhangarh?
There are 334 households in Singhangarh.
What is the literacy rate in Singhangarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singhangarh is 58.01%. Male literacy is 69.52% and female literacy is 46.13%.