Linga - Baihar, Balaghat
Linga is a village situated in the Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 71 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baihar and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Ghuitola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Linga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Linga is 498252. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.22 hectares and falls under the 481117 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Linga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Linga
According to the 2011 Census, Linga village had a total population of 309 people, including 142 males and 167 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,176 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.80%, with male literacy at 71.07% and female literacy at 54.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 309.
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 | 309 | 142 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 309 | 142 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 86 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 56 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Linga
Linga is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Linga
Linga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Linga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baihar to Linga is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Linga is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Linga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Linga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Linga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Linga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Linga
Where is Linga located?
Linga village is located in Baihar Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Linga?
The Gram Panchayat of Linga is Ghuitola.
What is the pincode of Linga?
The pincode of Linga is 481117.
What is the population of Linga?
Linga had a total population of 309, including 142 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Linga?
Linga had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Linga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Linga was 61.80%. Male literacy was 71.07% and female literacy was 54.11%.