Singowal - Dinanagar, Gurdaspur
Singowal is a village situated in the Dinanagar tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from Gurdaspur and around 13 km from Gurdaspur. Singhowal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singowal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singowal is 027859. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 143531 pincode. Dina Nagar is the nearest town.
Singowal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dina Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singowal
According to the 2011 Census, Singowal village had a total population of 774 people, including 393 males and 381 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.83%, with male literacy at 94.71% and female literacy at 90.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 489.
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 | 774 | 393 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 489 | 247 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 660 | 340 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 53 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Singowal
Singowal 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 Singowal
Singowal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Singowal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Singowal is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singowal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Singowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singowal 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Singowal
Where is Singowal located?
Singowal village is located in Dinanagar Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singowal?
The Gram Panchayat of Singowal is Singhowal.
What is the pincode of Singowal?
The pincode of Singowal is 143531.
What is the population of Singowal?
Singowal had a total population of 774, including 393 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Singowal?
Singowal had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singowal was 92.83%. Male literacy was 94.71% and female literacy was 90.91%.