Sigdi - Mugal Maidan, Kishtwar
Sigdi is a village situated in the Mugal Maidan tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Chhatroo and around 28 km from Kishtwar. Sigdi-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sigdi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sigdi is 004762. The village covers a total geographical area of 2961.1 hectares and falls under the 182205 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Sigdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sigdi
As per Census 2011, Sigdi village has a total population of 5,807 people, consisting of 3,087 males and 2,720 females. The village has 1,370 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,076 literate and 3,731 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,221 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sigdi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,807 | 3,087 | 2,720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,102 | 593 | 509 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 72 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,221 | 1,224 | 997 |
| Literate Population | 2,076 | 1,405 | 671 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,731 | 1,682 | 2,049 |
Nearby Villages of Sigdi
Sigdi 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 Sigdi
Sigdi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Sigdi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Sigdi is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sigdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sigdi 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sigdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sigdi 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 Sigdi
Where is Sigdi located?
Sigdi village is located in Mugal Maidan Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sigdi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sigdi is Sigdi-a.
What is the pincode of Sigdi?
The pincode of Sigdi is 182205.
What is the population of Sigdi?
Sigdi has a total population of 5,807, including 3,087 males and 2,720 females.
How many households are there in Sigdi?
There are 1,370 households in Sigdi.
What is the literacy rate in Sigdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sigdi is 35.75%. Male literacy is 45.51% and female literacy is 24.67%.