Tighara - Harraiya, Basti
Tighara is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Tighra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tighara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tighara is 180432. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.21 hectares and falls under the 272301 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Tighara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tighara
As per Census 2011, Tighara village has a total population of 790 people, consisting of 388 males and 402 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 444 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 400 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tighara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 790 | 388 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 48 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 194 | 206 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 247 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 141 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Tighara
Tighara 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 Tighara
Tighara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Tighara is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tighara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tighara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tighara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tighara 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 Tighara
Where is Tighara located?
Tighara village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tighara?
The Gram Panchayat of Tighara is Tighra.
What is the pincode of Tighara?
The pincode of Tighara is 272301.
What is the population of Tighara?
Tighara has a total population of 790, including 388 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Tighara?
There are 123 households in Tighara.
What is the literacy rate in Tighara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tighara is 56.20%. Male literacy is 63.66% and female literacy is 49.00%.