Sighni
Sighni is a village located in Musafirkhana tehsil of Sultanpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Musafirkhana (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Sultanpur. As per 2009 stats, Sighni village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sighni unique in its vibrant Musafirkhana-Sultanpur region. You’ll see Sighni’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 Sighni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sighni is 168867. The village spans a total geographical area of 271.07 hectares. Musafirkhana is nearest town to Sighni village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sighni
Population of Sighni
According to the 2011 Census, Sighni has a total population of about 1,641, with approximately 814 males and 827 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 257 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 688 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 50.03%, with male literacy at about 58.35% and female literacy near 41.84%. There are around 326 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sighni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,641 | 814 | 827 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 146 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 688 | 340 | 348 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 821 | 475 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 820 | 339 | 481 |
Connectivity of Sighni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sighni. As per the 2011 stats, Sighni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Sighni
Knowing the nearby villages of Sighni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sighni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sighni
- Where is Sighni located?
- Sighni village is situated in Musafirkhana Tehsil, within the Sultanpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sighni?
- Sighni serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sighni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sighni is 1,641, with 814 males and 827 females.
- How many households are there in Sighni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sighni village has a total of 326 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sighni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sighni is 50.03%. The male literacy rate is 58.35%, while the female literacy rate is 41.84%.