Tighar

Tighar is a village located in Karjat tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Karjat (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Palasdari is the gram panchayat of Tighar village.

Tighar has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Tighar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tighar is 553672. The village spans a total geographical area of 220.86 hectares. Karjat is nearest town to Tighar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

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Population of Tighar

Below is a concise population overview of Tighar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 679 347 332
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 100 52 48
Scheduled Castes (SC) 6 3 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 240 121 119
Literate Population 409 223 186
Illiterate Population 270 124 146

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tighar village:

  • The total population of Tighar village is around 679, including approximately 347 males and 332 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 100 children aged 0–6 years in Tighar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Tighar village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 240 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Tighar village is about 60.24%, with male literacy at 64.27% and female literacy at 56.02%.
  • There are around 130 households in Tighar village.

Connectivity of Tighar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tighar. As per the 2011 stats, Tighar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Tighar

Knowing the nearby villages of Tighar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tighar.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tighar

Where is Tighar located?
Tighar village is situated in Karjat Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tighar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tighar is Palasdari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Tighar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tighar is 679, with 347 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Tighar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tighar village has a total of 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tighar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tighar is 60.24%. The male literacy rate is 64.27%, while the female literacy rate is 56.02%.