Singabad - Habibpur, Malda
Singabad is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.6 km from Habibpur and around 31.9 km from English Bazar. Dhumpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singabad is 313058. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.8 hectares and falls under the 732122 pincode. Englishbazar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Singabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Habibpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singabad
As per Census 2011, Singabad village has a total population of 1,951 people, consisting of 1,023 males and 928 females. The village has 466 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,158 literate and 793 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,326 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singabad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,951 | 1,023 | 928 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 170 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,326 | 712 | 614 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 40 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 1,158 | 678 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 793 | 345 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Singabad
Singabad 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 Singabad
Singabad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Englishbazar to Singabad is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Singabad is about 31.9 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 Singabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singabad 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Singabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Singabad
Where is Singabad located?
Singabad village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Singabad is Dhumpur.
What is the pincode of Singabad?
The pincode of Singabad is 732122.
What is the population of Singabad?
Singabad has a total population of 1,951, including 1,023 males and 928 females.
How many households are there in Singabad?
There are 466 households in Singabad.
What is the literacy rate in Singabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singabad is 59.35%. Male literacy is 66.28% and female literacy is 51.72%.