Chilinga
Chilinga is a village located in Nandigram I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Nandigram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Chilinga village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Samsabad is the gram panchayat of Chilinga village.
Here you can discover what makes Chilinga unique in its vibrant Nandigram I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Chilinga’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 Chilinga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chilinga is 345806. The village spans a total geographical area of 129.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721631. Haldia is nearest town to Chilinga village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chilinga
Population of Chilinga
According to the 2011 Census, Chilinga has a total population of about 2,505, with approximately 1,318 males and 1,187 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 302 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 159 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.36%, with male literacy at about 80.50% and female literacy near 75.99%. There are around 551 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chilinga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,505 | 1,318 | 1,187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 168 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 84 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,963 | 1,061 | 902 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 257 | 285 |
Connectivity of Chilinga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chilinga. As per the 2011 stats, Chilinga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chilinga
Knowing the nearby villages of Chilinga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chilinga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chilinga
- Where is Chilinga located?
- Chilinga village is situated in Nandigram I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chilinga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chilinga is Samsabad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chilinga?
- The pincode of Chilinga is 721631, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chilinga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chilinga is 2,505, with 1,318 males and 1,187 females.
- How many households are there in Chilinga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chilinga village has a total of 551 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chilinga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chilinga is 78.36%. The male literacy rate is 80.50%, while the female literacy rate is 75.99%.