Singjharan - Kesinga, Kalahandi
Singjharan is a village situated in the Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kesinga and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kasrupada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singjharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singjharan is 422298. The village covers a total geographical area of 176 hectares and falls under the 766012 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Singjharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singjharan
According to the 2011 Census, Singjharan village had a total population of 276 people, including 133 males and 143 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.94%, with male literacy at 81.65% and female literacy at 51.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 108.
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 | 276 | 133 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 49 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 89 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 44 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Singjharan
Singjharan 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 Singjharan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Singjharan. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Singjharan.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kesinga to Singjharan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Singjharan is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singjharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singjharan 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Singjharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singjharan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Singjharan
Where is Singjharan located?
Singjharan village is located in Kesinga Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Singjharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Singjharan is Kasrupada.
What is the pincode of Singjharan?
The pincode of Singjharan is 766012.
What is the population of Singjharan?
Singjharan had a total population of 276, including 133 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Singjharan?
Singjharan had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singjharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singjharan was 65.94%. Male literacy was 81.65% and female literacy was 51.67%.