Singakhunta - Soro, Balasore
Singakhunta is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Soro and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Singakhunta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singakhunta is 393695. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Singakhunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singakhunta
According to the 2011 Census, Singakhunta village had a total population of 431 people, including 210 males and 221 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.69%, with male literacy at 87.03% and female literacy at 80.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 431 | 210 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 25 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 161 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 49 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Singakhunta
Singakhunta 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 Singakhunta
Public transport in the Singakhunta is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Singakhunta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Singakhunta is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Singakhunta is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singakhunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singakhunta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Singakhunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singakhunta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Singakhunta
Where is Singakhunta located?
Singakhunta village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Singakhunta?
Singakhunta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Singakhunta?
The pincode of Singakhunta is 756045.
What is the population of Singakhunta?
Singakhunta had a total population of 431, including 210 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Singakhunta?
Singakhunta had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singakhunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singakhunta was 83.69%. Male literacy was 87.03% and female literacy was 80.42%.