Tighara
Tighara is a village located in Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Shahganj (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Tighara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tighara unique in its vibrant Shahganj-Jaunpur 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 200549. The village spans a total geographical area of 115.39 hectares. Jaunpur is nearest town to Tighara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tighara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tighara
Population of Tighara
According to the 2011 Census, Tighara has a total population of about 2,403, with approximately 1,211 males and 1,192 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 382 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 190 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 62.13%, with male literacy at about 68.46% and female literacy near 55.70%. There are around 339 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 | 2,403 | 1,211 | 1,192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 191 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 104 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,493 | 829 | 664 |
| Illiterate Population | 910 | 382 | 528 |
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 within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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 Shahganj Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tighara?
- Tighara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Tighara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tighara is 2,403, with 1,211 males and 1,192 females.
- How many households are there in Tighara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tighara village has a total of 339 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tighara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tighara is 62.13%. The male literacy rate is 68.46%, while the female literacy rate is 55.70%.