Linga - Nepanagar, Burhanpur
Linga is a village situated in the Nepanagar tehsil of Burhanpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nepanagar and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Burhanpur. Hingna Ryt. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Linga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Linga is 506378. The village covers a total geographical area of 313.19 hectares and falls under the 450331 pincode. Nepanagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Linga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Linga
As per Census 2011, Linga village has a total population of 616 people, consisting of 323 males and 293 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 251 literate and 365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Linga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 616 | 323 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 110 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 147 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 176 | 189 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hingna Ryt | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Nasirabad | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Bada Jainabad | South | 3.11 km |
| Sarola | South | 3.29 km |
| Nimna Ryt | North | 3.54 km |
| Deori Mal | East | 3.56 km |
| Sands Khurd | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Neori Kalan | East | 4.27 km |
| Umarda | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Ambada Ryt | North-East | 4.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Linga
Linga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Asirgarh Road, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Nepanagar to Linga is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Burhanpur to Linga is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Linga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Linga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Linga
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Linga
Where is Linga located?
Linga village is located in Nepanagar Tehsil, Burhanpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Linga?
The Gram Panchayat of Linga is Hingna Ryt..
What is the pincode of Linga?
The pincode of Linga is 450331.
What is the population of Linga?
Linga has a total population of 616, including 323 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Linga?
There are 160 households in Linga.
What is the literacy rate in Linga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Linga is 40.75%. Male literacy is 45.51% and female literacy is 35.49%.