Dakshin Singimari - Sitai, Cooch Behar
Dakshin Singimari is a village situated in the Sitai subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.1 km from Sitai and around 51.7 km from Cooch Behar. Brahmottar-chatra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Singimari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Singimari is 308725. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.26 hectares and falls under the 736167 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dakshin Singimari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dakshin Singimari
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Singimari village has a total population of 829 people, consisting of 442 males and 387 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 346 literate and 483 illiterate residents. Additionally, 825 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Singimari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 829 | 442 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 52 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 825 | 442 | 383 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | - | 4 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 199 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 483 | 243 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Singimari
Dakshin Singimari 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 Dakshin Singimari
Public transport in the Dakshin Singimari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dinhata to Dakshin Singimari is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Dakshin Singimari is about 51.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Singimari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Singimari 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 Dakshin Singimari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakshin Singimari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Singimari
Where is Dakshin Singimari located?
Dakshin Singimari village is located in Sitai Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Singimari?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Singimari is Brahmottar-chatra.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Singimari?
The pincode of Dakshin Singimari is 736167.
What is the population of Dakshin Singimari?
Dakshin Singimari has a total population of 829, including 442 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Singimari?
There are 176 households in Dakshin Singimari.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Singimari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Singimari is 41.74%. Male literacy is 45.02% and female literacy is 37.98%.