Singhoda - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Singhoda is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Singhoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singhoda is 446067. The village covers a total geographical area of 418.1 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Singhoda 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 Singhoda
According to the 2011 Census, Singhoda village had a total population of 1,078 people, including 517 males and 561 females, living in 303 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.89%, with male literacy at 84.01% and female literacy at 66.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 498, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 288.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,078 | 517 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 73 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 498 | 236 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 133 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 692 | 373 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 386 | 144 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Singhoda
Singhoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sagarpali | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Palsabhadi | North | 1.54 km |
| Jamadalkha | South | 1.66 km |
| Kharkhari (kharkati) | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Dewangudi | East | 2.38 km |
| Bektikari | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Lakhanpur | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Dewanpali | North | 2.82 km |
| Batki | West | 3.16 km |
| Ganiyaripali | North-East | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singhoda
Singhoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saraipali to Singhoda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Singhoda is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singhoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singhoda 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Singhoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singhoda 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 Singhoda
Where is Singhoda located?
Singhoda village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Singhoda?
Singhoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Singhoda?
The pincode of Singhoda is 493558.
What is the population of Singhoda?
Singhoda had a total population of 1,078, including 517 males and 561 females.
How many households are there in Singhoda?
Singhoda had 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singhoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singhoda was 74.89%. Male literacy was 84.01% and female literacy was 66.46%.