Singarimaha - Raikia, Kandhamal
Singarimaha is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Karada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singarimaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singarimaha is 417632. The village covers a total geographical area of 7 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Singarimaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singarimaha
According to the 2011 Census, Singarimaha village had a total population of 42 people, including 19 males and 23 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,211 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.08%, with male literacy at 41.18% and female literacy at 9.09%.
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 | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 12 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Singarimaha
Singarimaha 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 Singarimaha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Singarimaha.
| 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 Bhanjanagar to Singarimaha is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Singarimaha is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singarimaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singarimaha 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Singarimaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singarimaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singarimaha
Where is Singarimaha located?
Singarimaha village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singarimaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Singarimaha is Karada.
What is the pincode of Singarimaha?
The pincode of Singarimaha is 762101.
What is the population of Singarimaha?
Singarimaha had a total population of 42, including 19 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Singarimaha?
Singarimaha had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singarimaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singarimaha was 23.08%. Male literacy was 41.18% and female literacy was 9.09%.