Singpur - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Singpur is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Singhpurchhota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singpur is 490885. The village covers a total geographical area of 569.08 hectares and falls under the 487881 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Singpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singpur
As per Census 2011, Singpur village has a total population of 2,787 people, consisting of 1,463 males and 1,324 females. The village has 546 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 416 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,465 literate and 1,322 illiterate residents. Additionally, 360 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 357 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,787 | 1,463 | 1,324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 416 | 220 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 193 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 357 | 181 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 1,465 | 881 | 584 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,322 | 582 | 740 |
Nearby Villages of Singpur
Singpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhana | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Adegaon Khurd | North | 2.01 km |
| Puwariya | South | 2.47 km |
| Baglai | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Dhursuru | West | 2.55 km |
| Ghaghrola | East | 2.90 km |
| Ikloni | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Malanwada (malhanwada) | South | 3.02 km |
| Mau | East | 3.23 km |
| Sukha Khairi | North | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singpur
Singpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Salichauka Road, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarwara to Singpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Singpur is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Singpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Singpur
Where is Singpur located?
Singpur village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Singpur is Singhpurchhota.
What is the pincode of Singpur?
The pincode of Singpur is 487881.
What is the population of Singpur?
Singpur has a total population of 2,787, including 1,463 males and 1,324 females.
How many households are there in Singpur?
There are 546 households in Singpur.
What is the literacy rate in Singpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singpur is 52.57%. Male literacy is 60.22% and female literacy is 44.11%.