Pingua - Gandia, Dhenkanal
Pingua is a village situated in the Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Nihalprasad and around 48 km from Dhenkanal. Pingua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pingua is 402791. The village covers a total geographical area of 287 hectares and falls under the 759016 pincode. Bhuban is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Pingua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhenkanal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Pingua
As per Census 2011, Pingua village has a total population of 5,491 people, consisting of 2,829 males and 2,662 females. The village has 1,277 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 499 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,889 literate and 1,602 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,359 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 149 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pingua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,491 | 2,829 | 2,662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 258 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,359 | 700 | 659 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 71 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 3,889 | 2,175 | 1,714 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,602 | 654 | 948 |
Nearby Villages of Pingua
Pingua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manjuripada | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Karanda | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Brahmanbati | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Kalanda | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Dasamanapatana | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Gopalpur | West | 2.97 km |
| Nilapur | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Balipasi | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Purunaamanga | West | 3.22 km |
| Buali | North | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pingua
The nearest railway station is Brahmani Ph, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhuban to Pingua is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Pingua is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Pingua
Where is Pingua located?
Pingua village is located in Gandia Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pingua?
Pingua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pingua?
The pincode of Pingua is 759016.
What is the population of Pingua?
Pingua has a total population of 5,491, including 2,829 males and 2,662 females.
How many households are there in Pingua?
There are 1,277 households in Pingua.
What is the literacy rate in Pingua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pingua is 70.82%. Male literacy is 76.88% and female literacy is 64.39%.