Lingankerur - Deglur, Nanded
Lingankerur is a village situated in the Deglur tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deglur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Lingankerur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingankerur is 545649. The village covers a total geographical area of 376 hectares and falls under the 431717 pincode. Deglur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Lingankerur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deglur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lingankerur
As per Census 2011, Lingankerur village has a total population of 950 people, consisting of 507 males and 443 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 645 literate and 305 illiterate residents. Additionally, 389 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lingankerur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 950 | 507 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 71 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 389 | 206 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 645 | 371 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 136 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Lingankerur
Lingankerur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karegaon | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Mailapur (d) | West | 2.43 km |
| Bhaktapur | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Malkapur | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Ballur | West | 3.29 km |
| Achegaon | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Kutub Shahapurwadi | South | 3.48 km |
| Hotal | South | 3.55 km |
| Chakur | West | 3.95 km |
| Shiv Achegaon | North-West | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lingankerur
Public transport in the Lingankerur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bodhan, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Deglur to Lingankerur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Lingankerur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lingankerur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lingankerur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lingankerur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lingankerur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lingankerur
Where is Lingankerur located?
Lingankerur village is located in Deglur Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingankerur?
Lingankerur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lingankerur?
The pincode of Lingankerur is 431717.
What is the population of Lingankerur?
Lingankerur has a total population of 950, including 507 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Lingankerur?
There are 203 households in Lingankerur.
What is the literacy rate in Lingankerur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingankerur is 67.89%. Male literacy is 73.18% and female literacy is 61.85%.