Singharpur - Nimapada, Puri
Singharpur is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bhogasalada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singharpur is 409017. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Singharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singharpur
As per Census 2011, Singharpur village has a total population of 35 people, consisting of 19 males and 16 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 29 literate and 6 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Singharpur
Singharpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Analapur | South-East | 0.72 km |
| Sanrikilo | South-West | 0.76 km |
| Kanhapur | North | 0.88 km |
| Jajalpur | East | 1.03 km |
| Bhogasalada | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Kantia | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Badarikilo | West | 1.42 km |
| Panchumaila | North | 1.47 km |
| Jhampugram | South | 1.68 km |
| Basantapur | South-East | 1.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singharpur
Singharpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bir Purushottampur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.1 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Singharpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Singharpur 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 Singharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singharpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Singharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singharpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singharpur
Where is Singharpur located?
Singharpur village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Singharpur is Bhogasalada.
What is the pincode of Singharpur?
The pincode of Singharpur is 752106.
What is the population of Singharpur?
Singharpur has a total population of 35, including 19 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Singharpur?
There are 9 households in Singharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Singharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singharpur is 82.86%. Male literacy is 89.47% and female literacy is 75.00%.