Singirisasan - Balianta, Khordha
Singirisasan is a village situated in the Balianta tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Balipatna and around 46 km from Khordha . Purohitpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singirisasan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singirisasan is 407610. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 752102 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Singirisasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singirisasan
According to the 2011 Census, Singirisasan village had a total population of 920 people, including 445 males and 475 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.63%, with male literacy at 91.24% and female literacy at 76.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145.
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 | 920 | 445 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 34 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 68 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 700 | 375 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 70 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Singirisasan
Singirisasan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bayanpada | North-West | 0.92 km |
| Bisuniapada | North-East | 1.17 km |
| Chadheibar | West | 1.22 km |
| Panikata | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Puranpadhan | North | 1.88 km |
| Madhupur | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Jhintisasan | South | 2.24 km |
| Nagapursasan | North | 2.47 km |
| Budhipada | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Barijanga | East | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singirisasan
Singirisasan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lingaraj Temple Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Singirisasan is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Singirisasan is about 46 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 Singirisasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singirisasan 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 Singirisasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singirisasan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Singirisasan
Where is Singirisasan located?
Singirisasan village is located in Balianta Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Singirisasan?
The Gram Panchayat of Singirisasan is Purohitpur.
What is the pincode of Singirisasan?
The pincode of Singirisasan is 752102.
What is the population of Singirisasan?
Singirisasan had a total population of 920, including 445 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Singirisasan?
Singirisasan had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singirisasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singirisasan was 83.63%. Male literacy was 91.24% and female literacy was 76.29%.