Sigao
About Sigao
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sigao village is 626978. Sigao village is located in Sanguem taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Sanguem (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Margao. As per 2009 stats, Colem is the gram panchayat of Sigao village.
The total geographical area of village is 2259 hectares. Sigao has a total population of 1,724 peoples, out of which male population is 879 while female population is 845. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 961 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sigao village is 73.67% out of which 79.07% males and 68.05% females are literate. There are about 405 houses in sigao village. Pincode of sigao village locality is 403410.
When it comes to administration, Sigao village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sigao village comes under Sanvordem Vidhan Sabha constituency & South Goa Lok Sabha constituency. Sanguem is nearest town to sigao village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sigao
The population details of Sigao cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,724 | 879 | 845 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 193 | 99 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 192 | 99 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 1,270 | 695 | 575 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 184 | 270 |
Connectivity of Sigao
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sigao
Where is Sigao located?
Sigao village is situated in Sanguem Taluka, within the South Goa district of Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sigao?
The Gram Panchayat of Sigao is Colem (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sigao?
The pincode of Sigao is 403410, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sigao as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sigao is 1,724, with 879 males and 845 females.
How many households are there in Sigao as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sigao village has a total of 405 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sigao as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sigao is 73.67%. The male literacy rate is 79.07%, while the female literacy rate is 68.05%.