Tighra
About Tighra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Tighra village is 490481. Tighra village is located in Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Gotegaon (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Kumhara Kheda is the gram panchayat of Tighra village.
The total geographical area of village is 141.17 hectares. Tighra has a total population of 292 peoples, out of which male population is 150 while female population is 142. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 946 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of tighra village is 85.62% out of which 85.33% males and 85.92% females are literate. There are about 76 houses in tighra village.
When it comes to administration, Tighra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Tighra village comes under Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandla Lok Sabha constituency. Gotegaon is nearest town to tighra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Tighra
The population details of Tighra cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 292 | 150 | 142 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 128 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 22 | 20 |
Connectivity of Tighra
| 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 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tighra
Where is Tighra located?
Tighra village is situated in Gotegaon Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tighra?
The Gram Panchayat of Tighra is Kumhara Kheda (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 292, with 150 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Tighra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tighra village has a total of 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tighra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tighra is 85.62%. The male literacy rate is 85.33%, while the female literacy rate is 85.92%.