Sigon
Sigon is a village located in Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Chanderi (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Sigon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sigon unique in its vibrant Chanderi-Ashoknagar region. You’ll see Sigon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sigon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sigon is 500312. The village spans a total geographical area of 1290.75 hectares. Ashoknagar is nearest town to Sigon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sigon 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 Mungaoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sigon
Population of Sigon
According to the 2011 Census, Sigon has a total population of about 2,155, with approximately 1,119 males and 1,036 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 338 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 549 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 103. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.24%, with male literacy at about 69.71% and female literacy near 41.70%. There are around 507 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sigon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,155 | 1,119 | 1,036 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 181 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 549 | 295 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 49 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 1,212 | 780 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 943 | 339 | 604 |
Connectivity of Sigon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sigon. As per the 2011 stats, Sigon 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Sigon
Knowing the nearby villages of Sigon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sigon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sigon
- Where is Sigon located?
- Sigon village is situated in Chanderi Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sigon?
- Sigon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sigon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sigon is 2,155, with 1,119 males and 1,036 females.
- How many households are there in Sigon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sigon village has a total of 507 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sigon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sigon is 56.24%. The male literacy rate is 69.71%, while the female literacy rate is 41.70%.