Tighra
Tighra is a village located in Ghanghata tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Ghanghata (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Sant Kabir Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Maur is the gram panchayat of Tighra village.
Here you can discover what makes Tighra unique in its vibrant Ghanghata-Sant Kabir Nagar region. You’ll see Tighra’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 Tighra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tighra is 183505. The village spans a total geographical area of 61.92 hectares. Sant Kabir Nagar is nearest town to Tighra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Tighra
Population of Tighra
According to the 2011 Census, Tighra has a total population of about 967, with approximately 491 males and 476 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 143 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 286 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 58.43%, with male literacy at about 69.04% and female literacy near 47.48%. There are around 146 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tighra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 967 | 491 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 72 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 133 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 565 | 339 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 152 | 250 |
Connectivity of Tighra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tighra. As per the 2011 stats, Tighra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Tighra
Knowing the nearby villages of Tighra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tighra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tighra
- Where is Tighra located?
- Tighra village is situated in Ghanghata Tehsil, within the Sant Kabir Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tighra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tighra is Maur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Tighra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tighra is 967, with 491 males and 476 females.
- How many households are there in Tighra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tighra village has a total of 146 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tighra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tighra is 58.43%. The male literacy rate is 69.04%, while the female literacy rate is 47.48%.