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
As per Census 2011, Singhu village has a total population of 497 people, consisting of 243 males and 254 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 328 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singhu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 243 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 25 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| 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 has a total population of 497, including 243 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Singhu?
There are 101 households in Singhu.
What is the literacy rate in Singhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singhu is 66.00%. Male literacy is 74.07% and female literacy is 58.27%.