Tigri - Thanesar, Kurukshetra
Tigri is a village situated in the Thanesar tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thanesar and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Kurukshetra. Tigri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tigri is 058581. The village covers a total geographical area of 207 hectares and falls under the 136135 pincode. Shabad is the nearest town.
Tigri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tigri
According to the 2011 Census, Tigri village had a total population of 1,264 people, including 660 males and 604 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.16%, with male literacy at 81.99% and female literacy at 63.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 529.
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 | 1,264 | 660 | 604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 88 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 529 | 271 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 804 | 469 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 460 | 191 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Tigri
Tigri 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 Tigri
Tigri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Tigri has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kurukshetra to Tigri is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tigri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tigri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tigri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tigri 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tigri
Where is Tigri located?
Tigri village is located in Thanesar Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tigri?
Tigri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tigri?
The pincode of Tigri is 136135.
What is the population of Tigri?
Tigri had a total population of 1,264, including 660 males and 604 females.
How many households are there in Tigri?
Tigri had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tigri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tigri was 73.16%. Male literacy was 81.99% and female literacy was 63.57%.