Tighra - Malkapur, Buldhana
Tighra is a village situated in the Malkapur tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Malkapur and around 66 km from Buldana. Tighra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tighra is 528593. The village covers a total geographical area of 675.94 hectares and falls under the 443101 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tighra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tighra
According to the 2011 Census, Tighra village had a total population of 751 people, including 371 males and 380 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.25%, with male literacy at 85.28% and female literacy at 63.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 219, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 751 | 371 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 107 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 278 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 93 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Tighra
Tighra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tighra
Public transport in the Tighra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkapur to Tighra is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Tighra is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tighra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tighra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tighra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tighra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tighra
Where is Tighra located?
Tighra village is located in Malkapur Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tighra?
Tighra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tighra?
The pincode of Tighra is 443101.
What is the population of Tighra?
Tighra had a total population of 751, including 371 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Tighra?
Tighra had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tighra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tighra was 74.25%. Male literacy was 85.28% and female literacy was 63.61%.