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
According to the 2011 Census, Bada Pingal village had a total population of 1,937 people, including 1,017 males and 920 females, living in 365 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.34%, with male literacy at 89.03% and female literacy at 66.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,937, including 1,017 males and 920 females.
How many households are there in Bada Pingal?
Bada Pingal had 365 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bada Pingal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bada Pingal was 78.34%. Male literacy was 89.03% and female literacy was 66.63%.