Singipur - Buguda, Ganjam
Singipur is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Karachuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singipur is 410370. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Singipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singipur
As per Census 2011, Singipur village has a total population of 539 people, consisting of 286 males and 253 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 217 literate and 322 illiterate residents. Additionally, 275 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 175 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 539 | 286 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 39 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 144 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 96 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 134 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 152 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Singipur
Singipur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhadapada | North | 0.67 km |
| Bhabasara | North | 2.11 km |
| Kanheipur | West | 2.13 km |
| Saradhapur | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Dengabadi | West | 3.43 km |
| Gahanapalli | North | 4.38 km |
| Bhagabanpur | West | 4.62 km |
| Karachuli | North-West | 4.70 km |
| Jeak | North | 4.75 km |
| Matajhari | West | 4.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singipur
Singipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buguda to Singipur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Singipur is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singipur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Singipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singipur 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 Singipur
Where is Singipur located?
Singipur village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Singipur is Karachuli.
What is the pincode of Singipur?
The pincode of Singipur is 761118.
What is the population of Singipur?
Singipur has a total population of 539, including 286 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Singipur?
There are 144 households in Singipur.
What is the literacy rate in Singipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singipur is 40.26%. Male literacy is 46.85% and female literacy is 32.81%.