Sinhali - Manteswar, Purba Bardhaman
Sinhali is a village situated in the Manteswar subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.7 km from Manteswar. Kusumgram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sinhali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sinhali is 319650. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.21 hectares and falls under the 713145 pincode. Bardhaman is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sinhali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Monteswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sinhali
As per Census 2011, Sinhali village has a total population of 2,388 people, consisting of 1,227 males and 1,161 females. The village has 583 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,476 literate and 912 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,293 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sinhali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,388 | 1,227 | 1,161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 117 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,293 | 663 | 630 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,476 | 824 | 652 |
| Illiterate Population | 912 | 403 | 509 |
Nearby Villages of Sinhali
Sinhali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balarampur | South-West | 0.67 km |
| Balijuri | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Mitani | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Jayrampur | East | 1.19 km |
| Kamra | South | 1.53 km |
| Bhojpur | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Kalswar | West | 1.81 km |
| Budhpur | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Tajpur | South | 2.36 km |
| Monteswar | North | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sinhali
Sinhali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Balgona, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.7 km.
| 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 Bardhaman to Sinhali is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sinhali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sinhali 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sinhali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sinhali 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 Sinhali
Where is Sinhali located?
Sinhali village is located in Manteswar Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sinhali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sinhali is Kusumgram.
What is the pincode of Sinhali?
The pincode of Sinhali is 713145.
What is the population of Sinhali?
Sinhali has a total population of 2,388, including 1,227 males and 1,161 females.
How many households are there in Sinhali?
There are 583 households in Sinhali.
What is the literacy rate in Sinhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sinhali is 61.81%. Male literacy is 67.16% and female literacy is 56.16%.