Tighara
Tighara is a village located in Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Khajni (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Sahua is the gram panchayat of Tighara village.
Here you can discover what makes Tighara unique in its vibrant Khajni-Gorakhpur region. You’ll see Tighara’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 Tighara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tighara is 187052. The village spans a total geographical area of 80.66 hectares. Khajni is nearest town to Tighara village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Tighara
Population of Tighara
According to the 2011 Census, Tighara has a total population of about 155, with approximately 82 males and 73 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 9 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 39 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.48%, with male literacy at about 86.59% and female literacy near 63.01%. There are around 20 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tighara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 155 | 82 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 117 | 71 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 11 | 27 |
Connectivity of Tighara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tighara. As per the 2011 stats, Tighara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Tighara
Knowing the nearby villages of Tighara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tighara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tighara
- Where is Tighara located?
- Tighara village is situated in Khajni Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tighara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tighara is Sahua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Tighara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tighara is 155, with 82 males and 73 females.
- How many households are there in Tighara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tighara village has a total of 20 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tighara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tighara is 75.48%. The male literacy rate is 86.59%, while the female literacy rate is 63.01%.