Sigalti - Thal, Pithoragarh
Sigalti is a village situated in the Thal tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Berinag and around 68 km from Pithoragarh. Barat Jubbar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sigalti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sigalti is 049579. The village covers a total geographical area of 5.29 hectares and falls under the 262533 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Sigalti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sigalti
According to the 2011 Census, Sigalti village had a total population of 26 people, including 13 males and 13 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 0 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Sigalti
Sigalti 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 Sigalti
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Sigalti is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Sigalti is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Sigalti
Where is Sigalti located?
Sigalti village is located in Thal Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sigalti?
The Gram Panchayat of Sigalti is Barat Jubbar.
What is the pincode of Sigalti?
The pincode of Sigalti is 262533.
What is the population of Sigalti?
Sigalti had a total population of 26, including 13 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Sigalti?
Sigalti had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sigalti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sigalti was 88.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 75.00%.