Tighre Wadgaon - Jamner, Jalgaon
Tighre Wadgaon is a village situated in the Jamner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamner and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Nagan Kh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tighre Wadgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tighre Wadgaon is 528027. The village covers a total geographical area of 535.11 hectares and falls under the 424206 pincode. Bhusaval is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Tighre Wadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tighre Wadgaon
As per Census 2011, Tighre Wadgaon village has a total population of 991 people, consisting of 525 males and 466 females. The village has 207 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 693 literate and 298 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tighre Wadgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 991 | 525 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 81 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 135 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 693 | 401 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 124 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Tighre Wadgaon
Tighre Wadgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalkhede | North | 1.60 km |
| Wadgaon Tighre | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Shankarpura | South | 2.35 km |
| Nagan Kh . | West | 2.74 km |
| Samrod | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Waghari | North | 3.55 km |
| Sargaon | East | 4.05 km |
| Rampura | North-West | 4.88 km |
| Amkhede | South | 5.30 km |
| Devalasgaon | East | 5.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tighre Wadgaon
Tighre Wadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jamner, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhusaval to Tighre Wadgaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Tighre Wadgaon is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tighre Wadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tighre Wadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tighre Wadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tighre Wadgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tighre Wadgaon
Where is Tighre Wadgaon located?
Tighre Wadgaon village is located in Jamner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tighre Wadgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Tighre Wadgaon is Nagan Kh.
What is the pincode of Tighre Wadgaon?
The pincode of Tighre Wadgaon is 424206.
What is the population of Tighre Wadgaon?
Tighre Wadgaon has a total population of 991, including 525 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Tighre Wadgaon?
There are 207 households in Tighre Wadgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Tighre Wadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tighre Wadgaon is 69.93%. Male literacy is 76.38% and female literacy is 62.66%.