Sigaura - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Sigaura is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Sidhaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sigaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sigaura is 187337. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.95 hectares and falls under the 273212 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Sigaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sigaura
According to the 2011 Census, Sigaura village had a total population of 778 people, including 390 males and 388 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.31%, with male literacy at 81.60% and female literacy at 57.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165.
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 | 778 | 390 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 53 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 82 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 275 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 115 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Sigaura
Sigaura 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 Sigaura
Sigaura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Sigaura is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sigaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sigaura 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sigaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sigaura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sigaura
Where is Sigaura located?
Sigaura village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sigaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sigaura is Sidhaura.
What is the pincode of Sigaura?
The pincode of Sigaura is 273212.
What is the population of Sigaura?
Sigaura had a total population of 778, including 390 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Sigaura?
Sigaura had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sigaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sigaura was 69.31%. Male literacy was 81.60% and female literacy was 57.27%.