Linga

Linga is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 71km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 138km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Linga village is also a gram panchayat.

Linga has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat 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 Linga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Linga is 498252. The village spans a total geographical area of 109.22 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Linga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 71km away.

When it comes to local governance, Linga 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 Paraswada Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Linga

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 309 142 167
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 42 21 21
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 309 142 167
Literate Population 165 86 79
Illiterate Population 144 56 88

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

  • The total population of Linga village is around 309, including approximately 142 males and 167 females, with a sex ratio of 1176 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Linga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Linga village has 309 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Linga village is about 53.40%, with male literacy at 60.56% and female literacy at 47.31%.
  • There are around 68 households in Linga village.

Connectivity of Linga

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Linga. As per the 2011 stats, Linga 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available

Nearby Villages of Linga

Knowing the nearby villages of Linga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Linga.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Linga

Where is Linga located?
Linga village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Linga?
Linga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Linga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Linga is 309, with 142 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Linga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Linga village has a total of 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Linga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Linga is 53.40%. The male literacy rate is 60.56%, while the female literacy rate is 47.31%.