Singa - Saluni, Chamba
Singa is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Singadhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singa is 007218. The village covers a total geographical area of 824.36 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Singa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singa
According to the 2011 Census, Singa village had a total population of 586 people, including 296 males and 290 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.24%, with male literacy at 78.35% and female literacy at 51.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 177.
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 | 586 | 296 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 42 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 90 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 199 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 97 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Singa
Singa 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 Singa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Singa.
| 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 Chamba to Singa is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Singa is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Singa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singa
Where is Singa located?
Singa village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singa?
The Gram Panchayat of Singa is Singadhar.
What is the pincode of Singa?
The pincode of Singa is 176320.
What is the population of Singa?
Singa had a total population of 586, including 296 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Singa?
Singa had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singa was 65.24%. Male literacy was 78.35% and female literacy was 51.06%.