Singheswar
Singheswar is a village located in Canning Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.4km away from sub-district headquarter Canning (tehsildar office) and 48.4km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Sarengabad is the gram panchayat of Singheswar village.
Here you can discover what makes Singheswar unique in its vibrant Canning Ii-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Singheswar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Singheswar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Singheswar is 333851. The village spans a total geographical area of 306.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743502. Canning is nearest town to Singheswar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Singheswar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Singheswar
Population of Singheswar
According to the 2011 Census, Singheswar has a total population of about 3,705, with approximately 1,856 males and 1,849 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 626 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 829 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.65%, with male literacy at about 65.95% and female literacy near 53.33%. There are around 748 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Singheswar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,210 | 1,224 | 986 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,495 | 632 | 863 |
Connectivity of Singheswar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Singheswar. As per the 2011 stats, Singheswar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Singheswar
Knowing the nearby villages of Singheswar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Singheswar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Singheswar
- Where is Singheswar located?
- Singheswar village is situated in Canning Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Singheswar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Singheswar is Sarengabad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Singheswar?
- The pincode of Singheswar is 743502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Singheswar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Singheswar is 3,705, with 1,856 males and 1,849 females.
- How many households are there in Singheswar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Singheswar village has a total of 748 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Singheswar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Singheswar is 59.65%. The male literacy rate is 65.95%, while the female literacy rate is 53.33%.