Singalwan - Dediapada, Narmada
Singalwan is a village situated in the Dediapada taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dediapada and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Rajpipla. Samarpada (thava) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singalwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singalwan is 521768. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.82 hectares and falls under the 393040 pincode. Dediapada is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Singalwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Singalwan
According to the 2011 Census, Singalwan village had a total population of 406 people, including 203 males and 203 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.01%, with male literacy at 74.16% and female literacy at 51.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 402.
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 | 406 | 203 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 25 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 402 | 200 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 132 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 71 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Singalwan
Singalwan 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 Singalwan
Singalwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dediapada to Singalwan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajpipla to Singalwan is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singalwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singalwan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Singalwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singalwan 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 Singalwan
Where is Singalwan located?
Singalwan village is located in Dediapada Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Singalwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Singalwan is Samarpada (thava).
What is the pincode of Singalwan?
The pincode of Singalwan is 393040.
What is the population of Singalwan?
Singalwan had a total population of 406, including 203 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Singalwan?
Singalwan had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singalwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singalwan was 63.01%. Male literacy was 74.16% and female literacy was 51.19%.