Pingua
Pingua is a village located in Nihalprasad tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Nihalprasad (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Pingua village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pingua unique in its vibrant Nihalprasad-Dhenkanal region. You’ll see Pingua’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pingua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pingua is 402791. The village spans a total geographical area of 287 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759016. Bhuban is nearest town to Pingua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Pingua
Population of Pingua
According to the 2011 Census, Pingua has a total population of about 5,491, with approximately 2,829 males and 2,662 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 499 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,359 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 149. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.82%, with male literacy at about 76.88% and female literacy near 64.39%. There are around 1,277 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pingua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Pingua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pingua. As per the 2011 stats, Pingua 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pingua
Knowing the nearby villages of Pingua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pingua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pingua
- Where is Pingua located?
- Pingua village is situated in Nihalprasad Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pingua?
- Pingua serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pingua?
- The pincode of Pingua is 759016, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pingua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pingua is 5,491, with 2,829 males and 2,662 females.
- How many households are there in Pingua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pingua village has a total of 1,277 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pingua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pingua is 70.82%. The male literacy rate is 76.88%, while the female literacy rate is 64.39%.