Tighra
Tighra is a village 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.
Tighra has its own place in the vibrant Narsimhapur 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 490481. The village spans a total geographical area of 141.17 hectares. Gotegaon is nearest town to Tighra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tighra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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 | 292 | 150 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 128 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 22 | 20 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tighra village:
- The total population of Tighra village is around 292, including approximately 150 males and 142 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 39 children aged 0–6 years in Tighra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tighra village has 15 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 35 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Tighra village is about 85.62%, with male literacy at 85.33% and female literacy at 85.92%.
- There are around 76 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 5 - 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 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%.