Singa - Haringhata, Nadia
Singa is a village situated in the Haringhata subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Subarnapur and around 65.7 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Nagarukhra-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singa is 322401. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.73 hectares and falls under the 741257 pincode. Habra is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Singa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Singa
As per Census 2011, Singa village has a total population of 3,882 people, consisting of 1,995 males and 1,887 females. The village has 892 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 436 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,638 literate and 1,244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,496 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,882 | 1,995 | 1,887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 436 | 209 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,496 | 765 | 731 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,638 | 1,437 | 1,201 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,244 | 558 | 686 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonakur | East | 1.19 km |
| Dasbaria | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Thansara | West | 1.58 km |
| Hapania | North | 1.82 km |
| Chak Bhandarkona | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Goaldob | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Jhikra | South | 1.96 km |
| Amankandia | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Dighalgram | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Malpara | North-West | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singa
Singa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madanpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Habra to Singa is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Singa is about 65.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. 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 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Singa
Where is Singa located?
Singa village is located in Haringhata Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singa?
The Gram Panchayat of Singa is Nagarukhra-ii.
What is the pincode of Singa?
The pincode of Singa is 741257.
What is the population of Singa?
Singa has a total population of 3,882, including 1,995 males and 1,887 females.
How many households are there in Singa?
There are 892 households in Singa.
What is the literacy rate in Singa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singa is 67.95%. Male literacy is 72.03% and female literacy is 63.65%.