Singharpur - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Singharpur is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhanpur and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Baghamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singharpur is 381015. The village covers a total geographical area of 582 hectares and falls under the 768219 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Singharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singharpur
As per Census 2011, Singharpur village has a total population of 964 people, consisting of 506 males and 458 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 626 literate and 338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 362 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 964 | 506 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 63 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 83 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 362 | 198 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 626 | 364 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 142 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Singharpur
Singharpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thebra | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Kholjamkani | North | 2.09 km |
| Mauliberena | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Baghmunda | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Sagarpali | West | 2.88 km |
| Lakhanpur | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Soldia | East | 4.34 km |
| Dudugaon | North-West | 4.52 km |
| Parsian | North-West | 4.75 km |
| Pikol | North | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singharpur
Public transport in the Singharpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Daghora, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.0 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 Belpahar to Singharpur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Singharpur is about 39 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 Singharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singharpur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Singharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singharpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Singharpur
Where is Singharpur located?
Singharpur village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Singharpur is Baghamunda.
What is the pincode of Singharpur?
The pincode of Singharpur is 768219.
What is the population of Singharpur?
Singharpur has a total population of 964, including 506 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Singharpur?
There are 206 households in Singharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Singharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singharpur is 64.94%. Male literacy is 71.94% and female literacy is 57.21%.