Singer - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Singer is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Brahmani Tarang and around 120 km from Sundargarh. Tainsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singer is 384609. The village covers a total geographical area of 574 hectares and falls under the 769004 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Singer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singer
As per Census 2011, Singer village has a total population of 965 people, consisting of 501 males and 464 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 561 literate and 404 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 795 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 965 | 501 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 73 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 78 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 795 | 415 | 380 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 325 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 176 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Singer
Singer 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gamardihi | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Samarjhula | West | 2.24 km |
| Tainsar | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Chandrapur | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Rumkuberna | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Baghlata | East | 3.21 km |
| Chhidi | East | 3.26 km |
| Birida | West | 3.52 km |
| Timjore | North | 4.10 km |
| Karuabahal | South-West | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singer
Singer is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Champajharam, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Raurkela to Singer is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Singer is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Singer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singer village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Singer
Where is Singer located?
Singer village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singer?
The Gram Panchayat of Singer is Tainsar.
What is the pincode of Singer?
The pincode of Singer is 769004.
What is the population of Singer?
Singer has a total population of 965, including 501 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Singer?
There are 201 households in Singer.
What is the literacy rate in Singer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singer is 58.13%. Male literacy is 64.87% and female literacy is 50.86%.