Sigti - Rajpur, Buxar
Sigti is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Sikathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sigti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sigti is 248646. The village covers a total geographical area of 515 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Sigti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sigti
According to the 2011 Census, Sigti village had a total population of 3,874 people, including 2,054 males and 1,820 females, living in 578 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.51%, with male literacy at 82.19% and female literacy at 57.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 813.
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 | 3,874 | 2,054 | 1,820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 720 | 403 | 317 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 813 | 419 | 394 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,224 | 1,357 | 867 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,650 | 697 | 953 |
Nearby Villages of Sigti
Sigti 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 Sigti
Sigti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Buxar to Sigti is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sigti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sigti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sigti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sigti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sigti
Where is Sigti located?
Sigti village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sigti?
The Gram Panchayat of Sigti is Sikathi.
What is the pincode of Sigti?
The pincode of Sigti is 802122.
What is the population of Sigti?
Sigti had a total population of 3,874, including 2,054 males and 1,820 females.
How many households are there in Sigti?
Sigti had 578 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sigti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sigti was 70.51%. Male literacy was 82.19% and female literacy was 57.68%.