Singhpur - Ketar*, Garhwa
Singhpur is a village situated in the Ketar* subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ketar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Mukundpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singhpur is 347200. The village covers a total geographical area of 403.44 hectares and falls under the 822112 pincode.
Singhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Singhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Singhpur village had a total population of 995 people, including 510 males and 485 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.89%, with male literacy at 88.71% and female literacy at 66.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 343.
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 | 995 | 510 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 176 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 680 | 393 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 117 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Singhpur
Singhpur 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 Singhpur
Singhpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Garhwa to Singhpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singhpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Singhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singhpur 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 Singhpur
Where is Singhpur located?
Singhpur village is located in Ketar* Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Singhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Singhpur is Mukundpur.
What is the pincode of Singhpur?
The pincode of Singhpur is 822112.
What is the population of Singhpur?
Singhpur had a total population of 995, including 510 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Singhpur?
Singhpur had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singhpur was 77.89%. Male literacy was 88.71% and female literacy was 66.74%.