Singad - Digras, Yavatmal
Singad is a village situated in the Digras tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digras and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Singad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singad is 542695. The village covers a total geographical area of 1821.27 hectares and falls under the 445203 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Singad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singad
As per Census 2011, Singad village has a total population of 3,162 people, consisting of 1,552 males and 1,610 females. The village has 681 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 439 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,146 literate and 1,016 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 863 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,162 | 1,552 | 1,610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 439 | 221 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 111 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 863 | 439 | 424 |
| Literate Population | 2,146 | 1,175 | 971 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,016 | 377 | 639 |
Nearby Villages of Singad
Singad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vasantpur Kharda | East | 2.66 km |
| Nandgavhan | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Jotibanagar | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Amkinhi | West | 3.50 km |
| Balajinagar | North | 3.50 km |
| Belgavhan | South-West | 4.08 km |
| Rahati | North-East | 4.51 km |
| Sevanagar | East | 4.60 km |
| Gondegaon. | North-West | 5.02 km |
| Dhawanda | North | 5.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singad
Singad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Digras to Singad is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Singad is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Singad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singad
Where is Singad located?
Singad village is located in Digras Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singad?
Singad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Singad?
The pincode of Singad is 445203.
What is the population of Singad?
Singad has a total population of 3,162, including 1,552 males and 1,610 females.
How many households are there in Singad?
There are 681 households in Singad.
What is the literacy rate in Singad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singad is 67.87%. Male literacy is 75.71% and female literacy is 60.31%.