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.

Tighra has its own place in the vibrant Sant Kabir Nagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Tighra

Below is a concise population overview of Tighra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tighra village:

  • The total population of Tighra village is around 967, including approximately 491 males and 476 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 143 children aged 0–6 years in Tighra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Tighra village has 286 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Tighra village is about 58.43%, with male literacy at 69.04% and female literacy at 47.48%.
  • There are around 146 households in Tighra village.

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.

Kharagpur Kanchanpur Sear Jot Bihari Bahra Dandi Searam Adhin Singh Maur Patkhauli Marwatia Siar Kalan Aura Dand Dhamchia

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%.