Tighara
Tighara is a village located in Sihora tehsil of Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Sihora (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Jabalpur. As per 2009 stats, Kusiyari is the gram panchayat of Tighara village.
Here you can discover what makes Tighara unique in its vibrant Sihora-Jabalpur 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 489123. The village spans a total geographical area of 246.37 hectares. Sihora is nearest town to Tighara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Tighara
Population of Tighara
According to the 2011 Census, Tighara has a total population of about 704, with approximately 374 males and 330 females. The sex ratio is around 882 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 22 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 65. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.27%, with male literacy at about 87.70% and female literacy near 67.58%. There are around 206 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 | 704 | 374 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 40 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 328 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 46 | 107 |
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 village |
| 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 Sihora Tehsil, within the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tighara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tighara is Kusiyari (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 704, with 374 males and 330 females.
- How many households are there in Tighara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tighara village has a total of 206 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tighara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tighara is 78.27%. The male literacy rate is 87.70%, while the female literacy rate is 67.58%.