Sigandhopur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Sigandhopur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Sinkandhopur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sigandhopur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sigandhopur is 192757. The village covers a total geographical area of 5.33 hectares and falls under the 276122 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Sigandhopur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sigandhopur
According to the 2011 Census, Sigandhopur village had a total population of 587 people, including 315 males and 272 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.56%, with male literacy at 77.69% and female literacy at 50.83%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 587 | 315 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 64 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 195 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 120 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Sigandhopur
Sigandhopur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Guddanpur | South-East | 0.76 km |
| Bhagipur | South-West | 0.95 km |
| Arazi Dewara Nainijor | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Pakkhopur | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Tavakkalpur | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Karmaini | South | 1.75 km |
| Chandpatti | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Khojbali Nakib | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Karimullah Patti | West | 2.03 km |
| Jamuwari | East | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sigandhopur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sigandhopur. The nearest railway station is Sathiaon, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Sigandhopur is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sigandhopur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sigandhopur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sigandhopur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sigandhopur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sigandhopur
Where is Sigandhopur located?
Sigandhopur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sigandhopur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sigandhopur is Sinkandhopur.
What is the pincode of Sigandhopur?
The pincode of Sigandhopur is 276122.
What is the population of Sigandhopur?
Sigandhopur had a total population of 587, including 315 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Sigandhopur?
Sigandhopur had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sigandhopur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sigandhopur was 64.56%. Male literacy was 77.69% and female literacy was 50.83%.