Tighara Kalan
Tighara Kalan is a village located in Rithi tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Rithi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Katni. As per 2009 stats, Tighrakala is the gram panchayat of Tighara Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Tighara Kalan unique in its vibrant Rithi-Katni region. You’ll see Tighara Kalan’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 Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tighara Kalan is 488183. The village spans a total geographical area of 426.72 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Tighara Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Tighara Kalan
Population of Tighara Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Tighara Kalan has a total population of about 1,045, with approximately 529 males and 516 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 182 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 89 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 14. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.90%, with male literacy at about 56.71% and female literacy near 40.89%. There are around 227 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tighara Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,045 | 529 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 105 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 300 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 534 | 229 | 305 |
Connectivity of Tighara Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tighara Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Tighara Kalan 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tighara Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Tighara Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tighara Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tighara Kalan
- Where is Tighara Kalan located?
- Tighara Kalan village is situated in Rithi Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tighara Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tighara Kalan is Tighrakala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Tighara Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tighara Kalan is 1,045, with 529 males and 516 females.
- How many households are there in Tighara Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tighara Kalan village has a total of 227 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tighara Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tighara Kalan is 48.90%. The male literacy rate is 56.71%, while the female literacy rate is 40.89%.