Singijhola - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Singijhola is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kumbhaganda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singijhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singijhola is 428753. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Singijhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singijhola
According to the 2011 Census, Singijhola village had a total population of 109 people, including 56 males and 53 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 5.95%, with male literacy at 9.52% and female literacy at 2.38%. 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 | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 52 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Singijhola
Singijhola 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 Singijhola
Public transport in the Singijhola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rayagada to Singijhola is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Singijhola is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singijhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singijhola 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Singijhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singijhola 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singijhola
Where is Singijhola located?
Singijhola village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Singijhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Singijhola is Kumbhaganda.
What is the pincode of Singijhola?
The pincode of Singijhola is 764027.
What is the population of Singijhola?
Singijhola had a total population of 109, including 56 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Singijhola?
Singijhola had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singijhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singijhola was 5.95%. Male literacy was 9.52% and female literacy was 2.38%.