Singiri - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Singiri is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Mulugaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singiri is 398202. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 754106 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Singiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singiri
According to the 2011 Census, Singiri village had a total population of 811 people, including 404 males and 407 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.71%, with male literacy at 93.39% and female literacy at 80.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 354.
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 | 811 | 404 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 354 | 167 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 633 | 339 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 65 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Singiri
Singiri 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 Singiri
Singiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Singiri is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Singiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singiri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singiri
Where is Singiri located?
Singiri village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Singiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Singiri is Mulugaon.
What is the pincode of Singiri?
The pincode of Singiri is 754106.
What is the population of Singiri?
Singiri had a total population of 811, including 404 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Singiri?
Singiri had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singiri was 86.71%. Male literacy was 93.39% and female literacy was 80.11%.