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.

Sigar has its own place in the vibrant Nagapattinam 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 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.

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Population of Sigar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Sigar village is around 1,663, including approximately 811 males and 852 females, with a sex ratio of 1050 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 136 children aged 0–6 years in Sigar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sigar village has 791 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sigar village is about 77.03%, with male literacy at 82.37% and female literacy at 71.95%.
  • There are around 457 households in Sigar village.

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.

Radhamangalam Irukkai Venmani Manallur Anthagudi Koorathangudi Manalur Anakkudi Vandalur Mohanur Killukudi

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%.