Soura Singipur - Padmapur, Rayagada
Soura Singipur is a village situated in the Padmapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmapur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Akhusingi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soura Singipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soura Singipur is 427072. The village covers a total geographical area of 886 hectares and falls under the 765025 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Soura Singipur 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 Soura Singipur
As per Census 2011, Soura Singipur village has a total population of 538 people, consisting of 259 males and 279 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 304 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 417 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soura Singipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 538 | 259 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 417 | 198 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 187 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 72 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Soura Singipur
Soura Singipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Perapang | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Kutaradara | North | 2.51 km |
| Jaripanga | East | 2.64 km |
| Akhusingi | South | 3.26 km |
| Kandhachakunda | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Jhitika | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Khambari Guda | East | 4.49 km |
| Bahupadar | South | 5.13 km |
| Merenda | North-East | 5.25 km |
| Regeda | South-East | 5.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soura Singipur
Soura Singipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.0 km.
| 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 Gunupur to Soura Singipur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Soura Singipur 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 Soura Singipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soura Singipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Soura Singipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soura Singipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soura Singipur
Where is Soura Singipur located?
Soura Singipur village is located in Padmapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soura Singipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Soura Singipur is Akhusingi.
What is the pincode of Soura Singipur?
The pincode of Soura Singipur is 765025.
What is the population of Soura Singipur?
Soura Singipur has a total population of 538, including 259 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Soura Singipur?
There are 127 households in Soura Singipur.
What is the literacy rate in Soura Singipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soura Singipur is 56.51%. Male literacy is 72.20% and female literacy is 41.94%.