Singhi - Basti
Singhi is a village situated in the Basti tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Basti, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Turkaulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singhi is 181370. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.54 hectares and falls under the 272001 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Singhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahadewa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singhi
As per Census 2011, Singhi village has a total population of 455 people, consisting of 206 males and 249 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,208 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 274 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 195 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 455 | 206 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 95 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 133 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 73 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Singhi
Singhi 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 Singhi
Singhi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Singhi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Singhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Singhi
Where is Singhi located?
Singhi village is located in Basti Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Singhi is Turkaulia.
What is the pincode of Singhi?
The pincode of Singhi is 272001.
What is the population of Singhi?
Singhi has a total population of 455, including 206 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Singhi?
There are 97 households in Singhi.
What is the literacy rate in Singhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singhi is 60.22%. Male literacy is 64.56% and female literacy is 56.63%.