Singamila - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Singamila is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Battaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singamila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singamila is 416698. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Singamila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singamila
As per Census 2011, Singamila village has a total population of 126 people, consisting of 59 males and 67 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,135 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 46 literate and 80 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singamila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 126 | 59 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 33 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Singamila
Singamila 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 Singamila
Public transport in the Singamila is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Singamila is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Singamila is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singamila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singamila 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 Singamila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singamila 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Singamila
Where is Singamila located?
Singamila village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singamila?
The Gram Panchayat of Singamila is Battaguda.
What is the pincode of Singamila?
The pincode of Singamila is 762109.
What is the population of Singamila?
Singamila has a total population of 126, including 59 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Singamila?
There are 28 households in Singamila.
What is the literacy rate in Singamila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singamila is 36.51%. Male literacy is 44.07% and female literacy is 29.85%.