Sigonem - Satari, North Goa
Sigonem is a village situated in the Satari taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valpoi and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Nagargao serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sigonem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sigonem is 626795. The village covers a total geographical area of 328.84 hectares and falls under the 403506 pincode.
Sigonem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Valpoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sigonem
According to the 2011 Census, Sigonem village had a total population of 189 people, including 100 males and 89 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.94%, with male literacy at 90.32% and female literacy at 74.03%.
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 | 189 | 100 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 84 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 16 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Sigonem
Sigonem 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 Sigonem
Public transport in the Sigonem 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 Panaji to Sigonem is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sigonem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sigonem 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 Sigonem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sigonem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sigonem
Where is Sigonem located?
Sigonem village is located in Satari Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sigonem?
The Gram Panchayat of Sigonem is Nagargao.
What is the pincode of Sigonem?
The pincode of Sigonem is 403506.
What is the population of Sigonem?
Sigonem had a total population of 189, including 100 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Sigonem?
Sigonem had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sigonem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sigonem was 82.94%. Male literacy was 90.32% and female literacy was 74.03%.