Singidi - Khaira, Balasore
Singidi is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Khaira and around 64 km from Baleshwar. Amiria-agnipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singidi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singidi is 393644. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 756059 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Singidi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singidi
According to the 2011 Census, Singidi village had a total population of 390 people, including 217 males and 173 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 797 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.18%, with male literacy at 86.77% and female literacy at 76.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 390 | 217 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 28 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 24 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 164 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 53 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Singidi
Singidi 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 Singidi
Singidi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhadrak to Singidi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Singidi is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singidi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singidi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Singidi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singidi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singidi
Where is Singidi located?
Singidi village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Singidi?
The Gram Panchayat of Singidi is Amiria-agnipur.
What is the pincode of Singidi?
The pincode of Singidi is 756059.
What is the population of Singidi?
Singidi had a total population of 390, including 217 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Singidi?
Singidi had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singidi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singidi was 82.18%. Male literacy was 86.77% and female literacy was 76.73%.