Singiput - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Singiput is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Bandhugaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singiput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singiput is 428776. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Singiput 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 Singiput
As per Census 2011, Singiput village has a total population of 549 people, consisting of 236 males and 313 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 1,326 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 370 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 225 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singiput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 549 | 236 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 29 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 225 | 94 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 149 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 87 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Singiput
Singiput 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 Singiput
Singiput is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Singiput is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Singiput is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singiput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singiput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Singiput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singiput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Singiput
Where is Singiput located?
Singiput village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singiput?
The Gram Panchayat of Singiput is Bandhugaon.
What is the pincode of Singiput?
The pincode of Singiput is 764027.
What is the population of Singiput?
Singiput has a total population of 549, including 236 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Singiput?
There are 129 households in Singiput.
What is the literacy rate in Singiput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singiput is 67.40%. Male literacy is 63.14% and female literacy is 70.61%.