Singla Village - Basta, Balasore
Singla is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Singla and around 39 km from Baleshwar. Singla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singla is 392195. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 756023 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Singla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singla
As per Census 2011, Singla village has a total population of 976 people, consisting of 501 males and 475 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 774 literate and 202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singla are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 976 | 501 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 47 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 774 | 424 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 77 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Singla
Singla 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 Singla
Public transport in the Singla is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jaleswar to Singla is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Singla is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singla 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 Singla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Singla
Where is Singla located?
Singla village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singla?
Singla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Singla?
The pincode of Singla is 756023.
What is the population of Singla?
Singla has a total population of 976, including 501 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Singla?
There are 213 households in Singla.
What is the literacy rate in Singla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singla is 79.30%. Male literacy is 84.63% and female literacy is 73.68%.