Singamundi - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Singamundi is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Buduballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singamundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singamundi is 425112. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Singamundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singamundi
According to the 2011 Census, Singamundi village had a total population of 181 people, including 93 males and 88 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.50%, with male literacy at 60.49% and female literacy at 24.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 112.
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 | 181 | 93 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 49 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 44 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Singamundi
Singamundi 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 Singamundi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Singamundi.
| 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 Gudari to Singamundi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Singamundi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singamundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singamundi 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 Singamundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singamundi 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Singamundi
Where is Singamundi located?
Singamundi village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Singamundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Singamundi is Buduballi.
What is the pincode of Singamundi?
The pincode of Singamundi is 765020.
What is the population of Singamundi?
Singamundi had a total population of 181, including 93 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Singamundi?
Singamundi had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singamundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singamundi was 42.50%. Male literacy was 60.49% and female literacy was 24.05%.