Tighra
Tighra is a village located in Isagarh tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Isagarh (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Tigra is the gram panchayat of Tighra village.
Tighra has its own place in the vibrant Ashoknagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Tighra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tighra is 500022. The village spans a total geographical area of 334 hectares. Isagarh is nearest town to Tighra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tighra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chanderi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tighra
Population of Tighra
Below is a concise population overview of Tighra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 454 | 251 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 44 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 142 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 109 | 130 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tighra village:
- The total population of Tighra village is around 454, including approximately 251 males and 203 females, with a sex ratio of 808 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Tighra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tighra village has 69 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 17 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Tighra village is about 47.36%, with male literacy at 56.57% and female literacy at 35.96%.
- There are around 97 households in Tighra village.
Connectivity of Tighra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tighra. As per the 2011 stats, Tighra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tighra
Knowing the nearby villages of Tighra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tighra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tighra
- Where is Tighra located?
- Tighra village is situated in Isagarh Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tighra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tighra is Tigra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Tighra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tighra is 454, with 251 males and 203 females.
- How many households are there in Tighra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tighra village has a total of 97 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tighra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tighra is 47.36%. The male literacy rate is 56.57%, while the female literacy rate is 35.96%.