Sigar - Mebo Adc, East Siang
Sigar is a village situated in the Mebo Adc circle of East Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Mebo and around 28 km from Pasighat. Sigar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sigar is 263918. The village covers a total geographical area of 2110 hectares and falls under the 791104 pincode. Mebo is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sigar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sigar
According to the 2011 Census, Sigar village had a total population of 399 people, including 195 males and 204 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.50%, with male literacy at 79.07% and female literacy at 66.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 360.
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 | 399 | 195 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 360 | 175 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 136 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 59 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Sigar
Sigar 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 Sigar
Sigar 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mebo to Sigar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pasighat to Sigar is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sigar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sigar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sigar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sigar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sigar
Where is Sigar located?
Sigar village is located in Mebo Adc Circle, East Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sigar?
Sigar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sigar?
The pincode of Sigar is 791104.
What is the population of Sigar?
Sigar had a total population of 399, including 195 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Sigar?
Sigar had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sigar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sigar was 72.50%. Male literacy was 79.07% and female literacy was 66.49%.