Purba Singichhera - Khowai
Purba Singichhera is a village situated in the Khowai subdivision of Khowai district, Tripura. It is located approximately 5 km from Khowai and around 87 km from Agartala. Madhya Singicherra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Singichhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Singichhera is 271906. The village covers a total geographical area of 1457 hectares and falls under the 799201 pincode. Khowai is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Purba Singichhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Asharambari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Singichhera
As per Census 2011, Purba Singichhera village has a total population of 2,130 people, consisting of 1,085 males and 1,045 females. The village has 517 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,568 literate and 562 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 790 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Singichhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,130 | 1,085 | 1,045 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 141 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 790 | 394 | 396 |
| Literate Population | 1,568 | 839 | 729 |
| Illiterate Population | 562 | 246 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Singichhera
Purba Singichhera 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 Purba Singichhera
Purba Singichhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khowai to Purba Singichhera is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Agartala to Purba Singichhera is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Singichhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Singichhera 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 Purba Singichhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purba Singichhera 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 Purba Singichhera
Where is Purba Singichhera located?
Purba Singichhera village is located in Khowai Subdivision, Khowai district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Singichhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Singichhera is Madhya Singicherra.
What is the pincode of Purba Singichhera?
The pincode of Purba Singichhera is 799201.
What is the population of Purba Singichhera?
Purba Singichhera has a total population of 2,130, including 1,085 males and 1,045 females.
How many households are there in Purba Singichhera?
There are 517 households in Purba Singichhera.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Singichhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Singichhera is 73.62%. Male literacy is 77.33% and female literacy is 69.76%.