Singadanga - Karimpur - II, Nadia
Singadanga is a village situated in the Karimpur - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahamatpur and around 15.3 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Murutia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singadanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singadanga is 321190. The village covers a total geographical area of 362.04 hectares and falls under the 741152 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Singadanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karimpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Murshidabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singadanga
According to the 2011 Census, Singadanga village had a total population of 3,004 people, including 1,590 males and 1,414 females, living in 773 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.77%, with male literacy at 65.14% and female literacy at 55.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,145, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 3,004 | 1,590 | 1,414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 210 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,145 | 615 | 530 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,603 | 899 | 704 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,401 | 691 | 710 |
Nearby Villages of Singadanga
Singadanga 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 Singadanga
Singadanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Krishnagar to Singadanga is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Singadanga is about 15.3 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singadanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singadanga 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Singadanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singadanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singadanga
Where is Singadanga located?
Singadanga village is located in Karimpur - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singadanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Singadanga is Murutia.
What is the pincode of Singadanga?
The pincode of Singadanga is 741152.
What is the population of Singadanga?
Singadanga had a total population of 3,004, including 1,590 males and 1,414 females.
How many households are there in Singadanga?
Singadanga had 773 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singadanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singadanga was 60.77%. Male literacy was 65.14% and female literacy was 55.96%.