Singhimunda - Padampur, Bargarh
Singhimunda is a village situated in the Padampur tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Padmapur and around 74 km from Bargarh. Charpali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singhimunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singhimunda is 379972. The village covers a total geographical area of 199 hectares and falls under the 768036 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Singhimunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singhimunda
According to the 2011 Census, Singhimunda village had a total population of 317 people, including 158 males and 159 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.29%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 58.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 112.
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 | 317 | 158 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 57 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 112 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 46 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Singhimunda
Singhimunda 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 Singhimunda
Singhimunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Singhimunda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Singhimunda is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singhimunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singhimunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Singhimunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singhimunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Singhimunda
Where is Singhimunda located?
Singhimunda village is located in Padampur Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singhimunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Singhimunda is Charpali.
What is the pincode of Singhimunda?
The pincode of Singhimunda is 768036.
What is the population of Singhimunda?
Singhimunda had a total population of 317, including 158 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Singhimunda?
Singhimunda had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singhimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singhimunda was 69.29%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 58.57%.