Sigha
Sigha is a village located in Padrauna tehsil of Kushinagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Padrauna (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Kushinagar. As per 2009 stats, Sigha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sigha unique in its vibrant Padrauna-Kushinagar region. You’ll see Sigha’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 Sigha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sigha is 188380. The village spans a total geographical area of 799.11 hectares. Ramkola is nearest town to Sigha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Sigha
Population of Sigha
According to the 2011 Census, Sigha has a total population of about 8,179, with approximately 4,271 males and 3,908 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,417 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,339 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 467. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.63%, with male literacy at about 64.86% and female literacy near 41.35%. There are around 1,234 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sigha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,179 | 4,271 | 3,908 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,417 | 753 | 664 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,339 | 710 | 629 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 467 | 245 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 4,386 | 2,770 | 1,616 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,793 | 1,501 | 2,292 |
Connectivity of Sigha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sigha. As per the 2011 stats, Sigha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sigha
Knowing the nearby villages of Sigha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sigha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sigha
- Where is Sigha located?
- Sigha village is situated in Padrauna Tehsil, within the Kushinagar district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sigha?
- Sigha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sigha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sigha is 8,179, with 4,271 males and 3,908 females.
- How many households are there in Sigha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sigha village has a total of 1,234 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sigha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sigha is 53.63%. The male literacy rate is 64.86%, while the female literacy rate is 41.35%.