Singa - Lalgola, Murshidabad
Singa is a village situated in the Lalgola subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Maiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singa is 314181. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.96 hectares and falls under the 742151 pincode. Lalgola is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Singa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghunathganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jangipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singa
As per Census 2011, Singa village has a total population of 3,248 people, consisting of 1,658 males and 1,590 females. The village has 715 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 626 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 947 literate and 2,301 illiterate residents. Additionally, 355 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,248 | 1,658 | 1,590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 626 | 324 | 302 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 190 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 947 | 484 | 463 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,301 | 1,174 | 1,127 |
Nearby Villages of Singa
Singa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chamunda | East | 0.79 km |
| Badagare | North | 1.08 km |
| Makimnagar | East | 1.50 km |
| Kuchidanga | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Paranpur | North | 1.70 km |
| Jagarpara | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Basumati | West | 2.06 km |
| Bilnasipur | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Janardanpur | South | 2.16 km |
| Bil Domkal | East | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singa
Singa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Krishnapur, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lalgola to Singa is about 14 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 Singa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Singa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singa 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singa
Where is Singa located?
Singa village is located in Lalgola Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singa?
The Gram Panchayat of Singa is Maiya.
What is the pincode of Singa?
The pincode of Singa is 742151.
What is the population of Singa?
Singa has a total population of 3,248, including 1,658 males and 1,590 females.
How many households are there in Singa?
There are 715 households in Singa.
What is the literacy rate in Singa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singa is 29.16%. Male literacy is 29.19% and female literacy is 29.12%.