Sighanpuri - Lormi, Mungeli
Sighanpuri is a village situated in the Lormi tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from Lormi and around 80 km from Bilaspur. Singhanpuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sighanpuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sighanpuri is 437768. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.36 hectares and falls under the 495115 pincode. Lormi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Sighanpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sighanpuri
As per Census 2011, Sighanpuri village has a total population of 918 people, consisting of 444 males and 474 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 592 illiterate residents. Additionally, 244 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sighanpuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 918 | 444 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 79 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 115 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 216 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 228 | 364 |
Nearby Villages of Sighanpuri
Sighanpuri is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kukurhata | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Manikpur | East | 1.24 km |
| Belsari | South | 1.84 km |
| Banshapur | East | 2.02 km |
| Nawagaon Dhelka | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Bhurka | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Ghosarra | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Semarkona | South | 2.54 km |
| Mohdanda | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Bhatha | South-West | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sighanpuri
Sighanpuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kargi Road, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Lormi to Sighanpuri is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Sighanpuri is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sighanpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sighanpuri 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sighanpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sighanpuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sighanpuri
Where is Sighanpuri located?
Sighanpuri village is located in Lormi Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sighanpuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Sighanpuri is Singhanpuri.
What is the pincode of Sighanpuri?
The pincode of Sighanpuri is 495115.
What is the population of Sighanpuri?
Sighanpuri has a total population of 918, including 444 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Sighanpuri?
There are 183 households in Sighanpuri.
What is the literacy rate in Sighanpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sighanpuri is 35.51%. Male literacy is 48.65% and female literacy is 23.21%.