Singhpur - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Singhpur is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Singhpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singhpur is 031829. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 144525 pincode. Mahilpur is the nearest town.
Singhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Singhpur village had a total population of 953 people, including 485 males and 468 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.09%, with male literacy at 89.81% and female literacy at 78.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 516.
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 | 953 | 485 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 53 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 516 | 266 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 724 | 388 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 97 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Singhpur
Singhpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajni Devi | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Chanthu Brahmanan | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Bhulewal Rathan | East | 1.13 km |
| Lehli Khurd | North | 1.16 km |
| Handowal Khurd | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Parsowal | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Handowal Kalan | West | 1.54 km |
| Binewal | South | 1.56 km |
| Surapur | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Chak Mallan | South-East | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singhpur
Singhpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mahngarwal Doaba, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Singhpur is about 17 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 Singhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singhpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Singhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singhpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Singhpur
Where is Singhpur located?
Singhpur village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singhpur?
Singhpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Singhpur?
The pincode of Singhpur is 144525.
What is the population of Singhpur?
Singhpur had a total population of 953, including 485 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Singhpur?
Singhpur had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singhpur was 84.09%. Male literacy was 89.81% and female literacy was 78.32%.