Lingawa - Kukshi, Dhar
Lingawa is a village situated in the Kukshi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kukshi and around 134 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Lingwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lingawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingawa is 475519. The village covers a total geographical area of 464.47 hectares and falls under the 454335 pincode. Kukshi is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Lingawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lingawa
As per Census 2011, Lingawa village has a total population of 1,620 people, consisting of 850 males and 770 females. The village has 347 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 986 literate and 634 illiterate residents. Additionally, 209 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 566 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lingawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,620 | 850 | 770 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 85 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 104 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 566 | 295 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 986 | 570 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 634 | 280 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Lingawa
Lingawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Charimandwi | West | 1.87 km |
| Bedwalya | North | 1.88 km |
| Mandwi | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Ganpur | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Babulgaon | South | 2.46 km |
| Kheda | South | 2.97 km |
| Sirsi | East | 3.00 km |
| Chariganpur | West | 3.19 km |
| Pawkhedi | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Dongargaon | North-East | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lingawa
Lingawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ranala, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kukshi to Lingawa is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Lingawa is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lingawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lingawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lingawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lingawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lingawa
Where is Lingawa located?
Lingawa village is located in Kukshi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Lingawa is Lingwa.
What is the pincode of Lingawa?
The pincode of Lingawa is 454335.
What is the population of Lingawa?
Lingawa has a total population of 1,620, including 850 males and 770 females.
How many households are there in Lingawa?
There are 347 households in Lingawa.
What is the literacy rate in Lingawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingawa is 60.86%. Male literacy is 67.06% and female literacy is 54.03%.