Sahigada - Azamgarh
Sahigada is a village situated in the Azamgarh tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Azamgarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Shahgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahigada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahigada is 193838. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.88 hectares and falls under the 276406 pincode.
Sahigada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mubarakpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahigada
As per Census 2011, Sahigada village has a total population of 5,728 people, consisting of 2,964 males and 2,764 females. The village has 843 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 935 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,478 literate and 2,250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 864 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahigada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,728 | 2,964 | 2,764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 935 | 505 | 430 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 864 | 450 | 414 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,478 | 2,042 | 1,436 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,250 | 922 | 1,328 |
Nearby Villages of Sahigada
Sahigada is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sahigada
Sahigada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sahigada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Azamgarh to Sahigada is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahigada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahigada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sahigada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahigada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sahigada
Where is Sahigada located?
Sahigada village is located in Azamgarh Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahigada?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahigada is Shahgarh.
What is the pincode of Sahigada?
The pincode of Sahigada is 276406.
What is the population of Sahigada?
Sahigada has a total population of 5,728, including 2,964 males and 2,764 females.
How many households are there in Sahigada?
There are 843 households in Sahigada.
What is the literacy rate in Sahigada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahigada is 60.72%. Male literacy is 68.89% and female literacy is 51.95%.