Bada Pingal - Sukinda, Jajpur
Bada Pingal is a village situated in the Sukinda tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Kalinganagar and around 55 km from Jajapur . Pingala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bada Pingal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bada Pingal is 400581. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 755019 pincode. Byasanagar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Bada Pingal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sukinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bada Pingal
As per Census 2011, Bada Pingal village has a total population of 1,937 people, consisting of 1,017 males and 920 females. The village has 365 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,324 literate and 613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bada Pingal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,937 | 1,017 | 920 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 133 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 77 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 1,324 | 787 | 537 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 230 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Bada Pingal
Bada Pingal 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 Bada Pingal
Bada Pingal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bada Pingal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Byasanagar to Bada Pingal is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jajapur to Bada Pingal is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bada Pingal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bada Pingal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bada Pingal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bada Pingal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bada Pingal
Where is Bada Pingal located?
Bada Pingal village is located in Sukinda Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bada Pingal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bada Pingal is Pingala.
What is the pincode of Bada Pingal?
The pincode of Bada Pingal is 755019.
What is the population of Bada Pingal?
Bada Pingal has a total population of 1,937, including 1,017 males and 920 females.
How many households are there in Bada Pingal?
There are 365 households in Bada Pingal.
What is the literacy rate in Bada Pingal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bada Pingal is 68.35%. Male literacy is 77.38% and female literacy is 58.37%.