Sighni

Sighni is a village located in Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Jarmundi (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Garda Amarkunda is the gram panchayat of Sighni village.

Sighni has its own place in the vibrant Dumka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sighni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sighni is 370049. The village spans a total geographical area of 57.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814120. Dumka is nearest town to Sighni village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sighni

Below is a concise population overview of Sighni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 369 184 185
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 67 36 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) 13 7 6
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 201 115 86
Illiterate Population 168 69 99

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sighni village:

  • The total population of Sighni village is around 369, including approximately 184 males and 185 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 67 children aged 0–6 years in Sighni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sighni village has 13 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sighni village is about 54.47%, with male literacy at 62.50% and female literacy at 46.49%.
  • There are around 86 households in Sighni village.

Connectivity of Sighni

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sighni. As per the 2011 stats, Sighni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sighni

Knowing the nearby villages of Sighni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sighni.

Bandhdih Upar Kataujha Chhota Jorjangalpur Kasijora Tilakpur Thori Tinghara Barari Bela Mathura Biltikri Birna

Frequently Asked Questions about Sighni

Where is Sighni located?
Sighni village is situated in Jarmundi Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sighni?
The Gram Panchayat of Sighni is Garda Amarkunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sighni?
The pincode of Sighni is 814120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sighni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sighni is 369, with 184 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Sighni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sighni village has a total of 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sighni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sighni is 54.47%. The male literacy rate is 62.50%, while the female literacy rate is 46.49%.