Tighara
Tighara is a village located in Umreth tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Umreth (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Tigai is the gram panchayat of Tighara village.
Here you can discover what makes Tighara unique in its vibrant Umreth-Chhindwara region. You’ll see Tighara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tighara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tighara is 494862. The village spans a total geographical area of 401.19 hectares. Chhindwara is nearest town to Tighara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Tighara
Population of Tighara
According to the 2011 Census, Tighara has a total population of about 1,081, with approximately 581 males and 500 females. The sex ratio is around 860 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 138 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 25 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 148. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.18%, with male literacy at about 69.71% and female literacy near 55.60%. There are around 241 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tighara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,081 | 581 | 500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 82 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 79 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 683 | 405 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 398 | 176 | 222 |
Connectivity of Tighara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tighara. As per the 2011 stats, Tighara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tighara
Knowing the nearby villages of Tighara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tighara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tighara
- Where is Tighara located?
- Tighara village is situated in Umreth Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tighara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tighara is Tigai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Tighara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tighara is 1,081, with 581 males and 500 females.
- How many households are there in Tighara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tighara village has a total of 241 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tighara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tighara is 63.18%. The male literacy rate is 69.71%, while the female literacy rate is 55.60%.