Linga - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Linga is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Ghaghrola Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Linga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Linga is 490711. The village covers a total geographical area of 594.06 hectares and falls under the 487441 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
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 Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Linga
According to the 2011 Census, Linga village had a total population of 585 people, including 310 males and 275 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.75%, with male literacy at 64.48% and female literacy at 50.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 585 | 310 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 51 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 6 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 167 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 143 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Linga
Linga is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Linga
Linga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gadarwara to Linga is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Linga is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Linga
Where is Linga located?
Linga village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Linga?
The Gram Panchayat of Linga is Ghaghrola Kalan.
What is the pincode of Linga?
The pincode of Linga is 487441.
What is the population of Linga?
Linga had a total population of 585, including 310 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Linga?
Linga had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Linga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Linga was 57.75%. Male literacy was 64.48% and female literacy was 50.42%.