Sigar
Sigar is a village located in Kilvelur taluka of Nagapattinam district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kilvelur (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Nagapattinam. As per 2009 stats, Sigar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sigar unique in its vibrant Kilvelur-Nagapattinam region. You’ll see Sigar’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 Sigar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sigar is 637734. The village spans a total geographical area of 515.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 610106. Thiruvarur is nearest town to Sigar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sigar
Population of Sigar
According to the 2011 Census, Sigar has a total population of about 1,663, with approximately 811 males and 852 females. The sex ratio is around 1050 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 136 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 791 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.03%, with male literacy at about 82.37% and female literacy near 71.95%. There are around 457 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sigar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,663 | 811 | 852 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 74 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 791 | 394 | 397 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,281 | 668 | 613 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 143 | 239 |
Connectivity of Sigar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sigar. As per the 2011 stats, Sigar 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sigar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sigar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sigar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sigar
- Where is Sigar located?
- Sigar village is situated in Kilvelur Taluka, within the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sigar?
- Sigar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sigar?
- The pincode of Sigar is 610106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sigar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sigar is 1,663, with 811 males and 852 females.
- How many households are there in Sigar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sigar village has a total of 457 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sigar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sigar is 77.03%. The male literacy rate is 82.37%, while the female literacy rate is 71.95%.