Lingapur - Usur, Bijapur
Lingapur is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Marudhbaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lingapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingapur is 450916. The village covers a total geographical area of 1418.31 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 145 km away.
Lingapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lingapur
According to the 2011 Census, Lingapur village had a total population of 327 people, including 145 males and 182 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,255 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 5.88%, with male literacy at 10.81% and female literacy at 2.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 327.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 327 | 145 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 327 | 145 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 133 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Lingapur
Lingapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nela Kanker | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Marudbaka | South-East | 3.88 km |
| Konjed | East | 4.04 km |
| Bhusapur(bhusaguda) | South-West | 4.35 km |
| Polampalli | North | 4.52 km |
| Narsapur | East | 5.57 km |
| Gaganpalli | East | 6.15 km |
| Tekmetla | North-West | 6.31 km |
| Tekalgudiyam | East | 6.83 km |
| Galgam | West | 7.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lingapur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lingapur. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dantewada to Lingapur is about 145 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Lingapur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lingapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lingapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lingapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lingapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lingapur
Where is Lingapur located?
Lingapur village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lingapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Lingapur is Marudhbaka.
What is the pincode of Lingapur?
The pincode of Lingapur is 494447.
What is the population of Lingapur?
Lingapur had a total population of 327, including 145 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Lingapur?
Lingapur had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lingapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingapur was 5.88%. Male literacy was 10.81% and female literacy was 2.08%.