Linga Paunar - Katangi, Balaghat
Linga Paunar is a village situated in the Katangi tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katangi and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Lingapaunar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Linga Paunar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Linga Paunar is 497243. The village covers a total geographical area of 337.16 hectares and falls under the 481449 pincode. Katangi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Linga Paunar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Linga Paunar
As per Census 2011, Linga Paunar village has a total population of 1,388 people, consisting of 712 males and 676 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 850 literate and 538 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 391 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Linga Paunar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,388 | 712 | 676 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 106 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 391 | 194 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 850 | 487 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 538 | 225 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Linga Paunar
Linga Paunar 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 Paunar
Linga Paunar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Linga Paunar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Katangi to Linga Paunar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Linga Paunar is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Linga Paunar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Linga Paunar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Linga Paunar
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 Paunar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Linga Paunar
Where is Linga Paunar located?
Linga Paunar village is located in Katangi Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Linga Paunar?
The Gram Panchayat of Linga Paunar is Lingapaunar.
What is the pincode of Linga Paunar?
The pincode of Linga Paunar is 481449.
What is the population of Linga Paunar?
Linga Paunar has a total population of 1,388, including 712 males and 676 females.
How many households are there in Linga Paunar?
There are 307 households in Linga Paunar.
What is the literacy rate in Linga Paunar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Linga Paunar is 61.24%. Male literacy is 68.40% and female literacy is 53.70%.