Sighwal
Sighwal is a village located in Maunath Bhanjan tehsil of Mau district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Maunath Bhanjan (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Mau. As per 2009 stats, Sighwal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sighwal unique in its vibrant Maunath Bhanjan-Mau region. You’ll see Sighwal’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 Sighwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sighwal is 197148. The village spans a total geographical area of 402.19 hectares. Mau is nearest town to Sighwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Sighwal
Population of Sighwal
According to the 2011 Census, Sighwal has a total population of about 1,640, with approximately 842 males and 798 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 240 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 300 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 126. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.83%, with male literacy at about 73.63% and female literacy near 59.65%. There are around 214 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sighwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,640 | 842 | 798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 122 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 153 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 1,096 | 620 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 222 | 322 |
Connectivity of Sighwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sighwal. As per the 2011 stats, Sighwal 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 Sighwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sighwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sighwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sighwal
- Where is Sighwal located?
- Sighwal village is situated in Maunath Bhanjan Tehsil, within the Mau district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sighwal?
- Sighwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sighwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sighwal is 1,640, with 842 males and 798 females.
- How many households are there in Sighwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sighwal village has a total of 214 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sighwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sighwal is 66.83%. The male literacy rate is 73.63%, while the female literacy rate is 59.65%.