Singla - Garbeta - II, Paschim Medinipur
Singla is a village situated in the Garbeta - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Patharpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singla is 336506. The village covers a total geographical area of 278.18 hectares and falls under the 721128 pincode. Midnapur is the nearest town, located about 620 km away.
Singla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singla
According to the 2011 Census, Singla village had a total population of 1,613 people, including 825 males and 788 females, living in 330 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.10%, with male literacy at 83.29% and female literacy at 64.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 375, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 1,613 | 825 | 788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 89 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 194 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,070 | 613 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 212 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Singla
Singla 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 Singla
Singla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Midnapur to Singla is about 620 km, with a usual travel time of around ~17.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Singla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singla
Where is Singla located?
Singla village is located in Garbeta - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Singla?
The Gram Panchayat of Singla is Patharpara.
What is the pincode of Singla?
The pincode of Singla is 721128.
What is the population of Singla?
Singla had a total population of 1,613, including 825 males and 788 females.
How many households are there in Singla?
Singla had 330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singla was 74.10%. Male literacy was 83.29% and female literacy was 64.55%.