Lingwa - Rajpur, Barwani
Lingwa is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Bakwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lingwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingwa is 478357. The village covers a total geographical area of 523.64 hectares and falls under the 451449 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Lingwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lingwa
As per Census 2011, Lingwa village has a total population of 1,288 people, consisting of 670 males and 618 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 207 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 638 literate and 650 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,093 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lingwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,288 | 670 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 105 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,093 | 566 | 527 |
| Literate Population | 638 | 398 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 650 | 272 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Lingwa
Lingwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bakwadi | South | 1.96 km |
| Relva Buzurg | North | 2.39 km |
| Mundla | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Kusmari | West | 3.60 km |
| Than | East | 3.89 km |
| Waswi | South-West | 4.13 km |
| Khadkal | North-West | 4.81 km |
| Padala (kadwi) | South-East | 4.81 km |
| Sangwi (than) | North-East | 4.84 km |
| Khajuri | North | 5.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lingwa
Lingwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpur to Lingwa is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Lingwa is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lingwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lingwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lingwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lingwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lingwa
Where is Lingwa located?
Lingwa village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Lingwa is Bakwadi.
What is the pincode of Lingwa?
The pincode of Lingwa is 451449.
What is the population of Lingwa?
Lingwa has a total population of 1,288, including 670 males and 618 females.
How many households are there in Lingwa?
There are 251 households in Lingwa.
What is the literacy rate in Lingwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingwa is 49.53%. Male literacy is 59.40% and female literacy is 38.83%.