Linga - Paraswada, Balaghat
Linga is a village situated in the Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paraswada and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Linga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Linga is 498335. The village covers a total geographical area of 378.03 hectares and falls under the 481556 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town.
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
As per Census 2011, Linga village has a total population of 1,894 people, consisting of 935 males and 959 females. The village has 426 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,465 literate and 429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 392 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Linga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,894 | 935 | 959 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 117 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 96 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 392 | 195 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 1,465 | 778 | 687 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 157 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Linga
Linga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pondi | East | 1.99 km |
| Bhorwahi | North | 2.23 km |
| Kurenda | West | 2.49 km |
| Paraswada | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Chini | South | 3.20 km |
| Patora | East | 3.30 km |
| Serpar | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Dorli | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Katalbodi | West | 4.20 km |
| Kharpadiya | North | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Linga
The nearest railway station is Lamta, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Balaghat to Linga is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Linga
Where is Linga located?
Linga village is located in Paraswada Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Linga?
Linga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Linga?
The pincode of Linga is 481556.
What is the population of Linga?
Linga has a total population of 1,894, including 935 males and 959 females.
How many households are there in Linga?
There are 426 households in Linga.
What is the literacy rate in Linga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Linga is 77.35%. Male literacy is 83.21% and female literacy is 71.64%.