Linga - Ner, Yavatmal
Linga is a village situated in the Ner tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ner and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Borgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Linga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Linga is 542067. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.87 hectares and falls under the 445102 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Linga
As per Census 2011, Linga village has a total population of 405 people, consisting of 215 males and 190 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 307 literate and 98 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Linga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 405 | 215 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 26 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 75 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 171 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 44 | 54 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Linga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darwha to Linga is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Linga is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Linga
Where is Linga located?
Linga village is located in Ner Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Linga?
The Gram Panchayat of Linga is Borgaon.
What is the pincode of Linga?
The pincode of Linga is 445102.
What is the population of Linga?
Linga has a total population of 405, including 215 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Linga?
There are 106 households in Linga.
What is the literacy rate in Linga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Linga is 75.80%. Male literacy is 79.53% and female literacy is 71.58%.