Singro - Rajnagar, Chhatarpur
Singro is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Dhoguwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singro village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singro is 457995. The village covers a total geographical area of 1535.15 hectares and falls under the 471625 pincode. Rajnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Singro village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singro
According to the 2011 Census, Singro village had a total population of 1,598 people, including 830 males and 768 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.08%, with male literacy at 46.38% and female literacy at 27.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,203.
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 | 1,598 | 830 | 768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 181 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,203 | 612 | 591 |
| Literate Population | 468 | 301 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,130 | 529 | 601 |
Nearby Villages of Singro
Singro 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pahara Purwa | South | 2.41 km |
| Nahadora | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Bhilguwan | North | 3.89 km |
| Hakimpura | West | 4.22 km |
| Mahilwar | South | 4.53 km |
| Dhoguwan | South-East | 4.69 km |
| Pratappura | North | 4.95 km |
| Paniyar | North-East | 5.14 km |
| Chitrai | South-West | 5.16 km |
| Dhabad | South | 6.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singro
Singro is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajnagar, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.9 km.
| 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 Rajnagar to Singro is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Singro is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singro
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singro 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 Singro
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singro 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singro
Where is Singro located?
Singro village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Singro?
The Gram Panchayat of Singro is Dhoguwan.
What is the pincode of Singro?
The pincode of Singro is 471625.
What is the population of Singro?
Singro had a total population of 1,598, including 830 males and 768 females.
How many households are there in Singro?
Singro had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singro was 37.08%. Male literacy was 46.38% and female literacy was 27.24%.