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.
Here you can discover what makes Tighar unique in its vibrant Karjat-Raigarh region. You’ll see Tighar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Tighar
Population of Tighar
According to the 2011 Census, Tighar has a total population of about 679, with approximately 347 males and 332 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 100 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 240. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.24%, with male literacy at about 64.27% and female literacy near 56.02%. There are around 130 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tighar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.