Pinglas - Chandrakona - II, Paschim Medinipur
Pinglas is a village situated in the Chandrakona - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Kuapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pinglas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pinglas is 337622. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.7 hectares and falls under the 721260 pincode. Chandrakona is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pinglas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pinglas
As per Census 2011, Pinglas village has a total population of 1,215 people, consisting of 630 males and 585 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 801 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 679 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pinglas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,215 | 630 | 585 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 55 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 679 | 356 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 801 | 461 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 169 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Pinglas
Pinglas 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 Pinglas
Pinglas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandrakona to Pinglas is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pinglas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pinglas 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pinglas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pinglas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pinglas
Where is Pinglas located?
Pinglas village is located in Chandrakona - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pinglas?
The Gram Panchayat of Pinglas is Kuapur.
What is the pincode of Pinglas?
The pincode of Pinglas is 721260.
What is the population of Pinglas?
Pinglas has a total population of 1,215, including 630 males and 585 females.
How many households are there in Pinglas?
There are 262 households in Pinglas.
What is the literacy rate in Pinglas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pinglas is 65.93%. Male literacy is 73.17% and female literacy is 58.12%.