Dakshin Singti - Udaynarayanpur, Howrah
Dakshin Singti is a village situated in the Udaynarayanpur subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.3 km from Udaynarayanpur and around 39.1 km from Howrah. Debipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Singti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Singti is 332503. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.73 hectares and falls under the 711412 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Dakshin Singti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dakshin Singti
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Singti village has a total population of 1,233 people, consisting of 629 males and 604 females. The village has 280 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 814 literate and 419 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Singti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,233 | 629 | 604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 81 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 147 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 814 | 446 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 183 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Singti
Dakshin Singti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ray Chak | South-West | 0.69 km |
| Kalikapur | East | 0.98 km |
| Debipur | South | 1.30 km |
| Kanupat | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Kumirmora | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Purpat | East | 1.56 km |
| Abhirampur | West | 1.57 km |
| Sinti | North | 1.77 km |
| Kumar Chak | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Gar Bhabanipur | South | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dakshin Singti
Dakshin Singti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bahir Khanda, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Uluberia to Dakshin Singti is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Dakshin Singti is about 39.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Singti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Singti 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Singti
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 Singti 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Singti
Where is Dakshin Singti located?
Dakshin Singti village is located in Udaynarayanpur Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Singti?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Singti is Debipur.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Singti?
The pincode of Dakshin Singti is 711412.
What is the population of Dakshin Singti?
Dakshin Singti has a total population of 1,233, including 629 males and 604 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Singti?
There are 280 households in Dakshin Singti.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Singti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Singti is 66.02%. Male literacy is 70.91% and female literacy is 60.93%.