Singitia - Garadpur, Kendrapara
Singitia is a village situated in the Garadpur tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Patkura and around 35 km from Kendrapara . Patakura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singitia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singitia is 396864. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 754153 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Singitia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patkura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singitia
According to the 2011 Census, Singitia village had a total population of 323 people, including 156 males and 167 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.30%, with male literacy at 99.30% and female literacy at 82.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 323 | 156 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 142 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 14 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Singitia
Singitia 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 Singitia
Public transport in the Singitia is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Singitia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kendrapara to Singitia is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Singitia is about 35 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 Singitia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singitia 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 Singitia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singitia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Singitia
Where is Singitia located?
Singitia village is located in Garadpur Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Singitia?
The Gram Panchayat of Singitia is Patakura.
What is the pincode of Singitia?
The pincode of Singitia is 754153.
What is the population of Singitia?
Singitia had a total population of 323, including 156 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Singitia?
Singitia had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singitia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singitia was 90.30%. Male literacy was 99.30% and female literacy was 82.05%.