Linga
Linga is a village located in Balaghat tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from Balaghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Linga village. As per 2009 stats, Linga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Linga unique in its vibrant Balaghat region. You’ll see Linga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Linga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Linga is 497775. The village spans a total geographical area of 624 hectares. Balaghat is nearest town to Linga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Linga
Population of Linga
According to the 2011 Census, Linga has a total population of about 3,930, with approximately 1,935 males and 1,995 females. The sex ratio is around 1031 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 414 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 288 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 95. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.32%, with male literacy at about 76.95% and female literacy near 65.86%. There are around 851 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Linga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,930 | 1,935 | 1,995 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 213 | 201 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 146 | 142 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 45 | 50 |
Literate Population | 2,803 | 1,489 | 1,314 |
Illiterate Population | 1,127 | 446 | 681 |
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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within village |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Linga
- Where is Linga located?
- Linga village is situated in Balaghat 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 3,930, with 1,935 males and 1,995 females.
- How many households are there in Linga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Linga village has a total of 851 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Linga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Linga is 71.32%. The male literacy rate is 76.95%, while the female literacy rate is 65.86%.