Chinga Village - Ghansaur, Seoni
Chinga is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Putrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chinga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinga is 496271. The village covers a total geographical area of 413.07 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Chinga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chinga
As per Census 2011, Chinga village has a total population of 615 people, consisting of 318 males and 297 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 297 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 557 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chinga are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 615 | 318 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 60 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 557 | 290 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 171 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 147 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Chinga
Chinga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Andiya | East | 1.33 km |
| Kindrai | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Bareli | North | 2.64 km |
| Hiran Bhata | South | 2.70 km |
| Putrai | West | 2.75 km |
| Kusmi | East | 2.81 km |
| Sudamapur | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Gota | East | 3.92 km |
| Rajgarh | North | 4.07 km |
| Kedarpur | North-East | 4.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chinga
Chinga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nidhani, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabalpur to Chinga is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Chinga is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chinga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinga 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 Chinga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinga 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 Chinga
Where is Chinga located?
Chinga village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chinga?
The Gram Panchayat of Chinga is Putrai.
What is the pincode of Chinga?
The pincode of Chinga is 480997.
What is the population of Chinga?
Chinga has a total population of 615, including 318 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Chinga?
There are 152 households in Chinga.
What is the literacy rate in Chinga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinga is 48.29%. Male literacy is 53.77% and female literacy is 42.42%.