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.

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 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.

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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 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

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

  • The total population of Linga village is around 3,930, including approximately 1,935 males and 1,995 females, with a sex ratio of 1031 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 414 children aged 0–6 years in Linga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Linga village has 288 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 95 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Linga village is about 71.32%, with male literacy at 76.95% and female literacy at 65.86%.
  • There are around 851 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 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.

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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%.