Tigiria - Delanga, Puri
Tigiria is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Ghanipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tigiria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tigiria is 408541. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 752015 pincode. Pipili is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Tigiria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tigiria
According to the 2011 Census, Tigiria village had a total population of 181 people, including 101 males and 80 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 792 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.88%, with male literacy at 93.55% and female literacy at 80.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 181 | 101 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 87 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 14 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Tigiria
Tigiria 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 Tigiria
Public transport in the Tigiria is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tigiria.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Pipili to Tigiria is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Tigiria is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tigiria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tigiria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tigiria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tigiria 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tigiria
Where is Tigiria located?
Tigiria village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tigiria?
The Gram Panchayat of Tigiria is Ghanipur.
What is the pincode of Tigiria?
The pincode of Tigiria is 752015.
What is the population of Tigiria?
Tigiria had a total population of 181, including 101 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Tigiria?
Tigiria had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tigiria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tigiria was 87.88%. Male literacy was 93.55% and female literacy was 80.56%.