Singpur - Gairatganj, Raisen
Singpur is a village situated in the Gairatganj tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairatgang and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Singpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singpur is 483954. The village covers a total geographical area of 825.84 hectares and falls under the 464884 pincode. Gairatganj is the nearest town, located about 22 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 Sanchi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singpur
As per Census 2011, Singpur village has a total population of 912 people, consisting of 499 males and 413 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 827 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 577 literate and 335 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 912 | 499 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 87 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 131 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 54 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 577 | 356 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 143 | 192 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patan | North | 1.47 km |
| Bamhori Godad | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Nagjhir | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Jamuniya Brajbhan | West | 2.10 km |
| Mundla | East | 2.73 km |
| Nounpur | South | 2.89 km |
| Berkhedi | North | 2.95 km |
| Dhilwar | South | 3.00 km |
| Jaitpur | West | 3.19 km |
| Hardout | North-East | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singpur
Singpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sumer, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Gairatganj to Singpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Singpur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singpur
Where is Singpur located?
Singpur village is located in Gairatganj Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singpur?
Singpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Singpur?
The pincode of Singpur is 464884.
What is the population of Singpur?
Singpur has a total population of 912, including 499 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Singpur?
There are 187 households in Singpur.
What is the literacy rate in Singpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singpur is 63.27%. Male literacy is 71.34% and female literacy is 53.51%.