Tigra - Lapung, Ranchi
Tigra is a village situated in the Lapung subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lapung and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Latratu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tigra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tigra is 374464. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.21 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode.
Tigra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tigra
According to the 2011 Census, Tigra village had a total population of 375 people, including 182 males and 193 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.97%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 58.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 372.
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 | 375 | 182 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 372 | 180 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 124 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 58 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Tigra
Tigra 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 Tigra
Tigra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ranchi to Tigra 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 Tigra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tigra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tigra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tigra 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tigra
Where is Tigra located?
Tigra village is located in Lapung Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tigra?
The Gram Panchayat of Tigra is Latratu.
What is the pincode of Tigra?
The pincode of Tigra is 834001.
What is the population of Tigra?
Tigra had a total population of 375, including 182 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Tigra?
Tigra had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tigra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tigra was 68.97%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 58.54%.