Tigaon - Tigaon St, Faridabad
Tigaon is a village situated in the Tigaon St tehsil of Faridabad district, Haryana. It is located approximately 10 km from Faridabad and around 10 km from Faridabad. Tigaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tigaon is 063492. The village covers a total geographical area of 1188 hectares and falls under the 121101 pincode. Faridabad is the nearest town.
Tigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Faridabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tigaon
As per Census 2011, Tigaon village has a total population of 19,668 people, consisting of 10,530 males and 9,138 females. The village has 3,602 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,892 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13,672 literate and 5,996 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,607 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,668 | 10,530 | 9,138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,892 | 1,626 | 1,266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,607 | 1,367 | 1,240 |
| Literate Population | 13,672 | 8,117 | 5,555 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,996 | 2,413 | 3,583 |
Nearby Villages of Tigaon
Tigaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Badrola | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Lehdola | East | 2.20 km |
| Bhaisrawali | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Buapur | North | 2.70 km |
| Mandhawali | East | 2.74 km |
| Nawada Tigaon | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Bukharpur | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Neemka | West | 3.11 km |
| Bahadurpur | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Sadpura | North-West | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tigaon
Tigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ballabgarh, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Faridabad to Tigaon is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tigaon
Where is Tigaon located?
Tigaon village is located in Tigaon St Tehsil, Faridabad district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tigaon?
Tigaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tigaon?
The pincode of Tigaon is 121101.
What is the population of Tigaon?
Tigaon has a total population of 19,668, including 10,530 males and 9,138 females.
How many households are there in Tigaon?
There are 3,602 households in Tigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Tigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tigaon is 69.51%. Male literacy is 77.08% and female literacy is 60.79%.