Singhasal - Barkot, Deogarh
Singhasal is a village situated in the Barkot tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Barkot and around 40 km from Debagarh. Singhsal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singhasal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singhasal is 382835. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 768110 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Singhasal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singhasal
According to the 2011 Census, Singhasal village had a total population of 625 people, including 311 males and 314 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.58%, with male literacy at 85.19% and female literacy at 63.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 216, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 150.
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 | 625 | 311 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 106 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 71 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 230 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 81 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Singhasal
Singhasal 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 Singhasal
Public transport in the Singhasal 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 Debagarh to Singhasal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singhasal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singhasal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Singhasal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singhasal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singhasal
Where is Singhasal located?
Singhasal village is located in Barkot Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Singhasal?
The Gram Panchayat of Singhasal is Singhsal.
What is the pincode of Singhasal?
The pincode of Singhasal is 768110.
What is the population of Singhasal?
Singhasal had a total population of 625, including 311 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Singhasal?
Singhasal had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singhasal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singhasal was 74.58%. Male literacy was 85.19% and female literacy was 63.94%.