Sigda - Barakot, Champawat
Sigda is a village situated in the Barakot tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Lohaghat and around 35 km from Champawat. Singada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sigda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sigda is 054160. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.45 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sigda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sigda
According to the 2011 Census, Sigda village had a total population of 772 people, including 413 males and 359 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.91%, with male literacy at 96.57% and female literacy at 61.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 772 | 413 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 63 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 338 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 75 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Sigda
Sigda 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 Sigda
Sigda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Sigda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Sigda is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sigda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sigda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sigda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sigda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sigda
Where is Sigda located?
Sigda village is located in Barakot Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sigda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sigda is Singada.
What is the pincode of Sigda?
The pincode of Sigda is 262523.
What is the population of Sigda?
Sigda had a total population of 772, including 413 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Sigda?
Sigda had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sigda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sigda was 79.91%. Male literacy was 96.57% and female literacy was 61.80%.