Singipur - Purushottampur, Ganjam
Singipur is a village situated in the Purushottampur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Purusottampur and around 35 km from Chatrapur. Samma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singipur is 412178. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 761018 pincode. Kodala is the nearest town, located about 6 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 Kabisuryangar 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 1,345 people, consisting of 694 males and 651 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 802 literate and 543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 441 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,345 | 694 | 651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 109 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 441 | 222 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 802 | 478 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 216 | 327 |
Nearby Villages of Singipur
Singipur 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 Singipur
Singipur 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 Kodala to Singipur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Singipur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singipur
Where is Singipur located?
Singipur village is located in Purushottampur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Singipur is Samma.
What is the pincode of Singipur?
The pincode of Singipur is 761018.
What is the population of Singipur?
Singipur has a total population of 1,345, including 694 males and 651 females.
How many households are there in Singipur?
There are 255 households in Singipur.
What is the literacy rate in Singipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singipur is 59.63%. Male literacy is 68.88% and female literacy is 49.77%.