Singar Chouri - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Singar Chouri is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Valka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singar Chouri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singar Chouri is 477438. The village covers a total geographical area of 432.96 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Singar Chouri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singar Chouri
According to the 2011 Census, Singar Chouri village had a total population of 694 people, including 329 males and 365 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 75.94% and female literacy at 45.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 123.
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 | 694 | 329 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 63 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 55 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 202 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 127 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Singar Chouri
Singar Chouri 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 Singar Chouri
Singar Chouri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Singar Chouri is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Singar Chouri is about 30 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 Singar Chouri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singar Chouri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Singar Chouri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singar Chouri 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Singar Chouri
Where is Singar Chouri located?
Singar Chouri village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singar Chouri?
The Gram Panchayat of Singar Chouri is Valka.
What is the pincode of Singar Chouri?
The pincode of Singar Chouri is 451331.
What is the population of Singar Chouri?
Singar Chouri had a total population of 694, including 329 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Singar Chouri?
Singar Chouri had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singar Chouri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singar Chouri was 60.00%. Male literacy was 75.94% and female literacy was 45.58%.