Singda - Potashpur - I, Purba Medinipur
Singda is a village situated in the Potashpur - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Brajalalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singda is 344974. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.66 hectares and falls under the 721454 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Singda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Singda
According to the 2011 Census, Singda village had a total population of 550 people, including 301 males and 249 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 827 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.25%, with male literacy at 98.48% and female literacy at 93.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 550 | 301 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 259 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 42 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Singda
Singda 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 Singda
Singda 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Singda is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Singda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singda
Where is Singda located?
Singda village is located in Potashpur - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Singda?
The Gram Panchayat of Singda is Brajalalpur.
What is the pincode of Singda?
The pincode of Singda is 721454.
What is the population of Singda?
Singda had a total population of 550, including 301 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Singda?
Singda had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singda was 96.25%. Male literacy was 98.48% and female literacy was 93.55%.