Singhachak - Daspur - II, Paschim Medinipur
Singhachak is a village situated in the Daspur - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Gochhati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singhachak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singhachak is 337965. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.45 hectares and falls under the 721146 pincode. Ghatal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Singhachak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Singhachak
According to the 2011 Census, Singhachak village had a total population of 1,173 people, including 581 males and 592 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.41%, with male literacy at 94.32% and female literacy at 84.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 149.
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 | 1,173 | 581 | 592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 70 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 67 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 929 | 482 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 99 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Singhachak
Singhachak 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 Singhachak
Singhachak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Ghatal to Singhachak is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singhachak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singhachak 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Singhachak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singhachak 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 Singhachak
Where is Singhachak located?
Singhachak village is located in Daspur - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singhachak?
The Gram Panchayat of Singhachak is Gochhati.
What is the pincode of Singhachak?
The pincode of Singhachak is 721146.
What is the population of Singhachak?
Singhachak had a total population of 1,173, including 581 males and 592 females.
How many households are there in Singhachak?
Singhachak had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singhachak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singhachak was 89.41%. Male literacy was 94.32% and female literacy was 84.66%.