Singoli - Ranikhet, Almora
Singoli is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Doba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singoli is 052398. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.88 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 11 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 147 people, including 69 males and 78 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,130 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.37%, with male literacy at 98.46% and female literacy at 82.86%.
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 | 147 | 69 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 5 | 20 |
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
Singoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Singoli is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Singoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Singoli is Doba.
What is the pincode of Singoli?
The pincode of Singoli is 263645.
What is the population of Singoli?
Singoli had a total population of 147, including 69 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Singoli?
Singoli had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singoli was 90.37%. Male literacy was 98.46% and female literacy was 82.86%.