Sinhal Patan - Singur, Hooghly
Sinhal Patan is a village situated in the Singur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.6 km from Singur. Beraberi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sinhal Patan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sinhal Patan is 325460. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.69 hectares and falls under the 712409 pincode. Sherophuli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sinhal Patan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Singur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sinhal Patan
According to the 2011 Census, Sinhal Patan village had a total population of 881 people, including 472 males and 409 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.61%, with male literacy at 89.20% and female literacy at 68.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 646.
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 | 881 | 472 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 342 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 648 | 388 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 84 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Sinhal Patan
Sinhal Patan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talabhomra | South | 1.21 km |
| Komdhara | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Bakula | North-West | 1.30 km |
| Dakshin Babnan | North | 1.48 km |
| Mahisatikri | West | 1.51 km |
| Payraura | East | 1.64 km |
| Beraberi | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Baburbheri | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Sinher Bheri | South | 2.10 km |
| Bilatpur | North-East | 2.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sinhal Patan
Sinhal Patan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Madhu Sudanpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherophuli to Sinhal Patan is about 20 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 Sinhal Patan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sinhal Patan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sinhal Patan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sinhal Patan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sinhal Patan
Where is Sinhal Patan located?
Sinhal Patan village is located in Singur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sinhal Patan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sinhal Patan is Beraberi.
What is the pincode of Sinhal Patan?
The pincode of Sinhal Patan is 712409.
What is the population of Sinhal Patan?
Sinhal Patan had a total population of 881, including 472 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Sinhal Patan?
Sinhal Patan had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sinhal Patan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sinhal Patan was 79.61%. Male literacy was 89.20% and female literacy was 68.60%.