Chilinga - Nandigram - I, Purba Medinipur
Chilinga is a village situated in the Nandigram - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Mahammadpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chilinga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilinga is 345806. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.06 hectares and falls under the 721631 pincode. Haldia is the nearest town.
Chilinga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chilinga
As per Census 2011, Chilinga village has a total population of 2,505 people, consisting of 1,318 males and 1,187 females. The village has 551 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,963 literate and 542 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chilinga are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 1,963 | 1,061 | 902 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 257 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Chilinga
Chilinga 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 Chilinga
Chilinga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Chilinga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilinga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chilinga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilinga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chilinga
Where is Chilinga located?
Chilinga village is located in Nandigram - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chilinga?
The Gram Panchayat of Chilinga is Mahammadpur.
What is the pincode of Chilinga?
The pincode of Chilinga is 721631.
What is the population of Chilinga?
Chilinga has a total population of 2,505, including 1,318 males and 1,187 females.
How many households are there in Chilinga?
There are 551 households in Chilinga.
What is the literacy rate in Chilinga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilinga is 78.36%. Male literacy is 80.50% and female literacy is 75.99%.