Tingri - Madhepur, Madhubani
Tingri is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhepur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Karhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tingri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tingri is 220858. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.77 hectares and falls under the 847408 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Tingri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulparas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tingri
According to the 2011 Census, Tingri village had a total population of 1,409 people, including 730 males and 679 females, living in 311 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.31%, with male literacy at 73.31% and female literacy at 48.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 169.
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 | 1,409 | 730 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 123 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 91 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 710 | 445 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 699 | 285 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Tingri
Tingri 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 Tingri
Tingri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tingri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Tingri is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Tingri is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tingri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tingri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tingri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tingri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tingri
Where is Tingri located?
Tingri village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tingri?
The Gram Panchayat of Tingri is Karhara.
What is the pincode of Tingri?
The pincode of Tingri is 847408.
What is the population of Tingri?
Tingri had a total population of 1,409, including 730 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Tingri?
Tingri had 311 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tingri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tingri was 61.31%. Male literacy was 73.31% and female literacy was 48.09%.