Shiganapur
Shiganapur is a village located in Indi taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Indi (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Nandaragi is the gram panchayat of Shiganapur village.
Shiganapur has its own place in the vibrant Bijapur 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 Shiganapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shiganapur is 599201. The village spans a total geographical area of 778.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 586112. Indi is nearest town to Shiganapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shiganapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nagthan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shiganapur
Population of Shiganapur
Below is a concise population overview of Shiganapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,580 | 843 | 737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 123 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 213 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 795 | 511 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 785 | 332 | 453 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shiganapur village:
- The total population of Shiganapur village is around 1,580, including approximately 843 males and 737 females, with a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 240 children aged 0–6 years in Shiganapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shiganapur village has 393 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shiganapur village is about 50.32%, with male literacy at 60.62% and female literacy at 38.53%.
- There are around 288 households in Shiganapur village.
Connectivity of Shiganapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shiganapur. As per the 2011 stats, Shiganapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shiganapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shiganapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shiganapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shiganapur
- Where is Shiganapur located?
- Shiganapur village is situated in Indi Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shiganapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shiganapur is Nandaragi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shiganapur?
- The pincode of Shiganapur is 586112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shiganapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shiganapur is 1,580, with 843 males and 737 females.
- How many households are there in Shiganapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shiganapur village has a total of 288 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shiganapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shiganapur is 50.32%. The male literacy rate is 60.62%, while the female literacy rate is 38.53%.