Singheswar - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Singheswar is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.4 km from Canning and around 48.4 km from Alipore. Sarengabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singheswar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singheswar is 333851. The village covers a total geographical area of 306.82 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Singheswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Singheswar
As per Census 2011, Singheswar village has a total population of 3,705 people, consisting of 1,856 males and 1,849 females. The village has 748 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 626 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,210 literate and 1,495 illiterate residents. Additionally, 829 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singheswar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,705 | 1,856 | 1,849 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 626 | 301 | 325 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 829 | 425 | 404 |
| Literate Population | 2,210 | 1,224 | 986 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,495 | 632 | 863 |
Nearby Villages of Singheswar
Singheswar 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 Singheswar
Singheswar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Singheswar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Singheswar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Singheswar is about 48.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singheswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singheswar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Singheswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singheswar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Singheswar
Where is Singheswar located?
Singheswar village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singheswar?
The Gram Panchayat of Singheswar is Sarengabad.
What is the pincode of Singheswar?
The pincode of Singheswar is 743329.
What is the population of Singheswar?
Singheswar has a total population of 3,705, including 1,856 males and 1,849 females.
How many households are there in Singheswar?
There are 748 households in Singheswar.
What is the literacy rate in Singheswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singheswar is 59.65%. Male literacy is 65.95% and female literacy is 53.33%.