Singoli - Bhikiasain, Almora
Singoli is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Bhikiyasain and around 135 km from Almora. Singoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singoli is 051667. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.64 hectares and falls under the 263667 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Singoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singoli
According to the 2011 Census, Singoli village had a total population of 112 people, including 47 males and 65 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,383 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.29%, with male literacy at 97.67% and female literacy at 58.06%.
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 | 112 | 47 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 5 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Singoli
Singoli 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 Singoli
Public transport in the Singoli is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Ranikhet to Singoli is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Singoli is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Singoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singoli 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 Singoli
Where is Singoli located?
Singoli village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Singoli?
Singoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Singoli?
The pincode of Singoli is 263667.
What is the population of Singoli?
Singoli had a total population of 112, including 47 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Singoli?
Singoli had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singoli was 74.29%. Male literacy was 97.67% and female literacy was 58.06%.