Singgimari - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Singgimari is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singgimari is 272952. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singgimari
According to the 2011 Census, Singgimari village had a total population of 498 people, including 250 males and 248 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.09%, with male literacy at 96.24% and female literacy at 93.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 485.
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 | 498 | 250 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 485 | 240 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 205 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 45 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Singgimari
Singgimari 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 Singgimari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Singgimari.
| 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 Tura to Singgimari is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singgimari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singgimari 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Singgimari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singgimari 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Singgimari
Where is Singgimari located?
Singgimari village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Singgimari?
The pincode of Singgimari is 794104.
What is the population of Singgimari?
Singgimari had a total population of 498, including 250 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Singgimari?
Singgimari had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singgimari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singgimari was 95.09%. Male literacy was 96.24% and female literacy was 93.95%.