Tigaon
About Tigaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Tigaon village is 537956. Tigaon village is located in Amgaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Amgaon (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Tigaon village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 655 hectares. Tigaon has a total population of 2,115 peoples, out of which male population is 1,017 while female population is 1,098. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1079 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of tigaon village is 74.04% out of which 82.01% males and 66.67% females are literate. There are about 474 houses in tigaon village.
When it comes to administration, Tigaon 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, Tigaon village comes under Amgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency. Gondiya is nearest town to tigaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Tigaon
The population details of Tigaon 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 | 2,115 | 1,017 | 1,098 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 226 | 101 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 433 | 201 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 93 | 42 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 1,566 | 834 | 732 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 183 | 366 |
Connectivity of Tigaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tigaon
Where is Tigaon located?
Tigaon village is situated in Amgaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tigaon?
Tigaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Tigaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tigaon is 2,115, with 1,017 males and 1,098 females.
How many households are there in Tigaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tigaon village has a total of 474 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tigaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tigaon is 74.04%. The male literacy rate is 82.01%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.