Singibahal - Kolabira, Jharsuguda
Singibahal is a village situated in the Kolabira tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolabira and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Raghunathpali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singibahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singibahal is 381248. The village covers a total geographical area of 194 hectares and falls under the 768213 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Singibahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singibahal
As per Census 2011, Singibahal village has a total population of 466 people, consisting of 239 males and 227 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 342 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 122 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singibahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 466 | 239 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 77 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 195 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 44 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Singibahal
Singibahal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sahajbahal | North-East | 1.06 km |
| Butupali | East | 1.53 km |
| Nuapali | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Singhimunda | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Rengalpali | West | 2.38 km |
| Paikpada | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Raghunathpali | South | 3.09 km |
| Kirmira | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Muradipali | East | 3.44 km |
| Sunajharia | North-West | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singibahal
Singibahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Panpali, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Singibahal is about 17 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 Singibahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singibahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Singibahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singibahal 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 Singibahal
Where is Singibahal located?
Singibahal village is located in Kolabira Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singibahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Singibahal is Raghunathpali.
What is the pincode of Singibahal?
The pincode of Singibahal is 768213.
What is the population of Singibahal?
Singibahal has a total population of 466, including 239 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Singibahal?
There are 121 households in Singibahal.
What is the literacy rate in Singibahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singibahal is 73.39%. Male literacy is 81.59% and female literacy is 64.76%.