Tighra
Tighra is a village located in Jabalpur tehsil of Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from Jabalpur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Tighra village. As per 2009 stats, Tighra village is also a gram panchayat.
Tighra has its own place in the vibrant Jabalpur 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 489829. The village spans a total geographical area of 210.91 hectares. Jabalpur is nearest town to Tighra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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 | 1,667 | 861 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 87 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 83 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 112 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 1,339 | 723 | 616 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 138 | 190 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tighra village:
- The total population of Tighra village is around 1,667, including approximately 861 males and 806 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 157 children aged 0–6 years in Tighra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tighra village has 153 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 242 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Tighra village is about 80.32%, with male literacy at 83.97% and female literacy at 76.43%.
- There are around 323 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 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 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 Jabalpur Tehsil, within the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tighra?
- Tighra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Tighra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tighra is 1,667, with 861 males and 806 females.
- How many households are there in Tighra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tighra village has a total of 323 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tighra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tighra is 80.32%. The male literacy rate is 83.97%, while the female literacy rate is 76.43%.