Singsar - Sutrapada, Gir Somnath
Singsar is a village situated in the Sutrapada taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Sutrapada and around 120 km from Junagadh. Singsar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singsar is 515094. The village covers a total geographical area of 1088.74 hectares and falls under the 362275 pincode. Sutrapada is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Singsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singsar
As per Census 2011, Singsar village has a total population of 4,488 people, consisting of 2,313 males and 2,175 females. The village has 799 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 769 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,248 literate and 2,240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 359 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 229 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singsar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,488 | 2,313 | 2,175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 769 | 389 | 380 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 181 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 117 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 2,248 | 1,427 | 821 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,240 | 886 | 1,354 |
Nearby Villages of Singsar
Singsar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Singsar
Public transport in the Singsar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sutrapada to Singsar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Singsar is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singsar 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 Singsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singsar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singsar
Where is Singsar located?
Singsar village is located in Sutrapada Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singsar?
Singsar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Singsar?
The pincode of Singsar is 362275.
What is the population of Singsar?
Singsar has a total population of 4,488, including 2,313 males and 2,175 females.
How many households are there in Singsar?
There are 799 households in Singsar.
What is the literacy rate in Singsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singsar is 50.09%. Male literacy is 61.69% and female literacy is 37.75%.