Singbahal - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Singbahal is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 141 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Charbhata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singbahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singbahal is 446052. The village covers a total geographical area of 282.5 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Singbahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singbahal
As per Census 2011, Singbahal village has a total population of 465 people, consisting of 234 males and 231 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 296 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 102 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singbahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 465 | 234 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 48 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 176 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 58 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Singbahal
Singbahal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Charbhatha | North | 1.78 km |
| Ganiyaripali | South | 1.95 km |
| Dongaripali | West | 2.18 km |
| Chiwarakuta | South | 2.38 km |
| Dewanpali | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Kurmipali | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Guthanipali | North | 3.02 km |
| Murmuri | East | 3.02 km |
| Banjhapali | East | 3.46 km |
| Pandaripani | North | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singbahal
Singbahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.3 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 Saraipali to Singbahal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Singbahal is about 141 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singbahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singbahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Singbahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singbahal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Singbahal
Where is Singbahal located?
Singbahal village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singbahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Singbahal is Charbhata.
What is the pincode of Singbahal?
The pincode of Singbahal is 493558.
What is the population of Singbahal?
Singbahal has a total population of 465, including 234 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Singbahal?
There are 145 households in Singbahal.
What is the literacy rate in Singbahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singbahal is 63.66%. Male literacy is 75.21% and female literacy is 51.95%.