Singha Kalan - Nighasan, Kheri
Singha Kalan is a village situated in the Nighasan tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nighasan and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Kheri. Singha Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singha Kalan is 134990. The village covers a total geographical area of 989 hectares and falls under the 262905 pincode. Singhahi Kala is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Singha Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nighasan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singha Kalan
As per Census 2011, Singha Kalan village has a total population of 9,959 people, consisting of 5,239 males and 4,720 females. The village has 2,024 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,765 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,757 literate and 6,202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,669 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singha Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,959 | 5,239 | 4,720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,765 | 889 | 876 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,669 | 850 | 819 |
| Literate Population | 3,757 | 2,444 | 1,313 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,202 | 2,795 | 3,407 |
Nearby Villages of Singha Kalan
Singha Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Darehti | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Motipur | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Nibaureya | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Mohammad Pur | South-East | 3.67 km |
| Hrdwahi | North | 3.85 km |
| Nauranga Bad | South | 4.19 km |
| Singahi Kalan | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Bhadaura | West | 4.43 km |
| Umara | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Sedhauna | East | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singha Kalan
Singha Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belrayan, while the nearest airport is Pithorgarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 132.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singhahi Kala to Singha Kalan is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kheri to Singha Kalan is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singha Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singha Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Singha Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singha Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singha Kalan
Where is Singha Kalan located?
Singha Kalan village is located in Nighasan Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singha Kalan?
Singha Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Singha Kalan?
The pincode of Singha Kalan is 262905.
What is the population of Singha Kalan?
Singha Kalan has a total population of 9,959, including 5,239 males and 4,720 females.
How many households are there in Singha Kalan?
There are 2,024 households in Singha Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Singha Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singha Kalan is 37.72%. Male literacy is 46.65% and female literacy is 27.82%.