Singhanpur - Sarangarh, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Singhanpur is a village situated in the Sarangarh tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Sarangarh and around 72 km from Raigarh. Khursi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singhanpur is 435286. The village covers a total geographical area of 500.4 hectares and falls under the 496445 pincode. Sarangarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Singhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singhanpur
As per Census 2011, Singhanpur village has a total population of 2,173 people, consisting of 1,083 males and 1,090 females. The village has 565 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,247 literate and 926 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,818 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singhanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,173 | 1,083 | 1,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 185 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,818 | 902 | 916 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,247 | 713 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 926 | 370 | 556 |
Nearby Villages of Singhanpur
Singhanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pasid | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Relha | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Pandripali | West | 2.76 km |
| Bhathagaon | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Mirouni | North | 2.94 km |
| Balpur | South | 3.17 km |
| Kosir | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Malda | North-East | 3.83 km |
| Odakakan | West | 4.09 km |
| Tihalipali | South-West | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singhanpur
Public transport in the Singhanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jharradih, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sarangarh to Singhanpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Singhanpur is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Singhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singhanpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Singhanpur
Where is Singhanpur located?
Singhanpur village is located in Sarangarh Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Singhanpur is Khursi.
What is the pincode of Singhanpur?
The pincode of Singhanpur is 496445.
What is the population of Singhanpur?
Singhanpur has a total population of 2,173, including 1,083 males and 1,090 females.
How many households are there in Singhanpur?
There are 565 households in Singhanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Singhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singhanpur is 57.39%. Male literacy is 65.84% and female literacy is 48.99%.