Lingapani - Khategaon, Dewas
Lingapani is a village situated in the Khategaon tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khategaon and around 148 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Maachwas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lingapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingapani is 474212. The village covers a total geographical area of 1317.36 hectares and falls under the 455332 pincode. Khategaon is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Lingapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lingapani
According to the 2011 Census, Lingapani village had a total population of 990 people, including 519 males and 471 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.06%, with male literacy at 56.58% and female literacy at 43.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 558.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 990 | 519 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 116 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 60 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 558 | 286 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 228 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 595 | 291 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Lingapani
Lingapani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghotamandly | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Khata Mahu | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Machwas | South-West | 3.75 km |
| Niwardi | West | 4.38 km |
| Gadiya | North | 5.03 km |
| Palasi | South-East | 5.10 km |
| Rupadeh | North-West | 5.62 km |
| Donglapani | East | 5.74 km |
| Ratanpur | South | 6.28 km |
| Bordi Khurd | North | 6.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lingapani
Lingapani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sehore, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.5 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 Khategaon to Lingapani is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Lingapani is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lingapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lingapani 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 Lingapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lingapani 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 Lingapani
Where is Lingapani located?
Lingapani village is located in Khategaon Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lingapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Lingapani is Maachwas.
What is the pincode of Lingapani?
The pincode of Lingapani is 455332.
What is the population of Lingapani?
Lingapani had a total population of 990, including 519 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Lingapani?
Lingapani had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lingapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingapani was 50.06%. Male literacy was 56.58% and female literacy was 43.26%.