Singarchori - Ashta, Sehore
Singarchori is a village situated in the Ashta tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashta and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Singarchori village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singarchori is 483039. The village covers a total geographical area of 753.37 hectares and falls under the 466116 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Singarchori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Singarchori
As per Census 2011, Singarchori village has a total population of 2,391 people, consisting of 1,276 males and 1,115 females. The village has 474 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 521 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,075 literate and 1,316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singarchori are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,391 | 1,276 | 1,115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 521 | 285 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 130 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,075 | 690 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,316 | 586 | 730 |
Nearby Villages of Singarchori
Singarchori 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pirana Khedi | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Nomaniya | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Kadu Khedi | West | 2.16 km |
| Deopur | South | 2.48 km |
| Jhikdi (mewati) | East | 2.60 km |
| Bhatpura | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Udaipur | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Manirampura | East | 3.43 km |
| Barkhedi (mewati) | East | 3.46 km |
| Khacharod | North | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singarchori
Singarchori is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jabri, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.5 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 Ashta to Singarchori is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Singarchori is about 65 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 Singarchori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singarchori 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Singarchori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singarchori 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 Singarchori
Where is Singarchori located?
Singarchori village is located in Ashta Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singarchori?
Singarchori is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Singarchori?
The pincode of Singarchori is 466116.
What is the population of Singarchori?
Singarchori has a total population of 2,391, including 1,276 males and 1,115 females.
How many households are there in Singarchori?
There are 474 households in Singarchori.
What is the literacy rate in Singarchori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singarchori is 44.96%. Male literacy is 54.08% and female literacy is 34.53%.