Lainga - Lakhanpur, Surguja
Lainga is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhanpur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Lainga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lainga is 433142. The village covers a total geographical area of 1331.68 hectares and falls under the 497116 pincode. Surajpur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Lainga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambikapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lainga
As per Census 2011, Lainga village has a total population of 1,394 people, consisting of 729 males and 665 females. The village has 332 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 499 literate and 895 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 369 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lainga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,394 | 729 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 160 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 369 | 186 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 308 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 895 | 421 | 474 |
Nearby Villages of Lainga
Lainga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khutiya | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Lachha | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Jobaga | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Getra | East | 4.11 km |
| Mahgai | South-East | 4.60 km |
| Rajapur | West | 4.88 km |
| Ketaka | North | 5.82 km |
| Pondi | North-East | 5.85 km |
| Nawapara Khurd | South | 6.39 km |
| Mani | East | 6.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lainga
Lainga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bishrampur, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surajpur to Lainga is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Lainga is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lainga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lainga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lainga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lainga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Lainga
Where is Lainga located?
Lainga village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lainga?
Lainga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lainga?
The pincode of Lainga is 497116.
What is the population of Lainga?
Lainga has a total population of 1,394, including 729 males and 665 females.
How many households are there in Lainga?
There are 332 households in Lainga.
What is the literacy rate in Lainga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lainga is 35.80%. Male literacy is 42.25% and female literacy is 28.72%.