Pingala
Pingala is a village located in Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Murtijapur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Kolsara is the gram panchayat of Pingala village.
Pingala has its own place in the vibrant Akola region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Pingala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pingala is 530229. The village spans a total geographical area of 265 hectares. Murtijapur is nearest town to Pingala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pingala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pingala
Population of Pingala
Below is a concise population overview of Pingala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 552 | 298 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 47 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 276 | 145 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 222 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 76 | 62 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pingala village:
- The total population of Pingala village is around 552, including approximately 298 males and 254 females, with a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 73 children aged 0–6 years in Pingala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pingala village has 34 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 276 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pingala village is about 75.00%, with male literacy at 74.50% and female literacy at 75.59%.
- There are around 129 households in Pingala village.
Connectivity of Pingala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pingala. As per the 2011 stats, Pingala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pingala
Knowing the nearby villages of Pingala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pingala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pingala
- Where is Pingala located?
- Pingala village is situated in Murtijapur Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pingala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pingala is Kolsara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Pingala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pingala is 552, with 298 males and 254 females.
- How many households are there in Pingala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pingala village has a total of 129 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pingala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pingala is 75.00%. The male literacy rate is 74.50%, while the female literacy rate is 75.59%.