Singanhal - Karatagi, Koppal
Singanhal is a village situated in the Karatagi taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from Gangawati and around 50 km from Koppal. Gundur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singanhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singanhal is 601693. The village covers a total geographical area of 960.54 hectares and falls under the 583286 pincode. Gangawati is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Singanhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanakagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singanhal
As per Census 2011, Singanhal village has a total population of 3,549 people, consisting of 1,749 males and 1,800 females. The village has 681 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 584 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,629 literate and 1,920 illiterate residents. Additionally, 667 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 746 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singanhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,549 | 1,749 | 1,800 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 584 | 302 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 667 | 318 | 349 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 746 | 372 | 374 |
| Literate Population | 1,629 | 962 | 667 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,920 | 787 | 1,133 |
Nearby Villages of Singanhal
Singanhal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hire Dankankal | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Tondihal | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Jeeralkalgudi | West | 3.35 km |
| Gundur | East | 3.78 km |
| Chikka Dankankal | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Hanwal | South | 4.52 km |
| Guldal | South-West | 5.47 km |
| Jeeral | North-West | 5.79 km |
| Hulkihal | East | 5.79 km |
| Hosekera | South | 6.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singanhal
Singanhal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hospet Jn, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 km.
| 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 Gangawati to Singanhal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koppal to Singanhal is about 50 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 Singanhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singanhal 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 Singanhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singanhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singanhal
Where is Singanhal located?
Singanhal village is located in Karatagi Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singanhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Singanhal is Gundur.
What is the pincode of Singanhal?
The pincode of Singanhal is 583286.
What is the population of Singanhal?
Singanhal has a total population of 3,549, including 1,749 males and 1,800 females.
How many households are there in Singanhal?
There are 681 households in Singanhal.
What is the literacy rate in Singanhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singanhal is 45.90%. Male literacy is 55.00% and female literacy is 37.06%.