Singun - Rajpur, Barwani
Singun is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Singun village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singun is 478301. The village covers a total geographical area of 631.44 hectares and falls under the 451556 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Singun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singun
As per Census 2011, Singun village has a total population of 2,016 people, consisting of 1,071 males and 945 females. The village has 426 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 726 literate and 1,290 illiterate residents. Additionally, 504 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,398 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singun are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,016 | 1,071 | 945 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 184 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 504 | 270 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,398 | 737 | 661 |
| Literate Population | 726 | 449 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,290 | 622 | 668 |
Nearby Villages of Singun
Singun 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lachchhi | South | 1.96 km |
| Kasel | West | 2.49 km |
| Temla Buzurg | East | 2.98 km |
| Mandil | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Khadki | South | 3.93 km |
| Rajpur(revenue Area) | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Budra | South-West | 4.41 km |
| Sakad | North-East | 5.82 km |
| Damdami | East | 5.89 km |
| Siwai | East | 6.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singun
Singun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vikhran Road, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.7 km.
| 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 Rajpur to Singun is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Singun is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Singun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Singun
Where is Singun located?
Singun village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singun?
Singun is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Singun?
The pincode of Singun is 451556.
What is the population of Singun?
Singun has a total population of 2,016, including 1,071 males and 945 females.
How many households are there in Singun?
There are 426 households in Singun.
What is the literacy rate in Singun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singun is 36.01%. Male literacy is 41.92% and female literacy is 29.31%.