Singhu - Nihri, Mandi
Singhu is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Paura Kothi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singhu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singhu is 015555. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 175031 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Singhu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singhu
According to the 2011 Census, Singhu village had a total population of 497 people, including 243 males and 254 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.75%, with male literacy at 82.57% and female literacy at 68.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66.
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 | 497 | 243 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 25 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 180 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 63 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Singhu
Singhu 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 Singhu
Singhu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Singhu is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singhu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singhu 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Singhu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singhu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singhu
Where is Singhu located?
Singhu village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singhu?
The Gram Panchayat of Singhu is Paura Kothi.
What is the pincode of Singhu?
The pincode of Singhu is 175031.
What is the population of Singhu?
Singhu had a total population of 497, including 243 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Singhu?
Singhu had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singhu was 75.75%. Male literacy was 82.57% and female literacy was 68.84%.