Sighar
Sighar is a village located in Sasni tehsil of Mahamaya Nagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Sasni (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Mahamaya Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Sighar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sighar unique in its vibrant Sasni-Mahamaya Nagar region. You’ll see Sighar’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 Sighar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sighar is 122907. The village spans a total geographical area of 301.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 202002. Sasni is nearest town to Sighar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sighar
Population of Sighar
According to the 2011 Census, Sighar has a total population of about 1,591, with approximately 850 males and 741 females. The sex ratio is around 871 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 266 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 695 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.64%, with male literacy at about 66.94% and female literacy near 49.12%. There are around 276 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sighar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,591 | 850 | 741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 153 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 695 | 380 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 933 | 569 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 281 | 377 |
Connectivity of Sighar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sighar. As per the 2011 stats, Sighar 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sighar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sighar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sighar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sighar
- Where is Sighar located?
- Sighar village is situated in Sasni Tehsil, within the Mahamaya Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sighar?
- Sighar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sighar?
- The pincode of Sighar is 202002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sighar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sighar is 1,591, with 850 males and 741 females.
- How many households are there in Sighar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sighar village has a total of 276 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sighar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sighar is 58.64%. The male literacy rate is 66.94%, while the female literacy rate is 49.12%.