Sighna - Kutumba, Aurangabad
Sighna is a village situated in the Kutumba subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kutumba and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Dumri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sighna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sighna is 254297. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 824123 pincode. Aurangabad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sighna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kutumba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sighna
According to the 2011 Census, Sighna village had a total population of 460 people, including 244 males and 216 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.15%, with male literacy at 74.65% and female literacy at 77.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200.
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 | 460 | 244 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 109 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 159 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 85 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Sighna
Sighna 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 Sighna
Sighna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aurangabad to Sighna is about 30 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 Sighna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sighna 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sighna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sighna 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sighna
Where is Sighna located?
Sighna village is located in Kutumba Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sighna?
The Gram Panchayat of Sighna is Dumri.
What is the pincode of Sighna?
The pincode of Sighna is 824123.
What is the population of Sighna?
Sighna had a total population of 460, including 244 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Sighna?
Sighna had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sighna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sighna was 76.15%. Male literacy was 74.65% and female literacy was 77.97%.