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
According to the 2011 Census, Singiput village had a total population of 549 people, including 236 males and 313 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 1,326 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.51%, with male literacy at 73.04% and female literacy at 77.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 225.
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 | 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 had a total population of 549, including 236 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Singiput?
Singiput had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singiput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singiput was 75.51%. Male literacy was 73.04% and female literacy was 77.27%.