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 Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chilinga
According to the 2011 Census, Chilinga village had a total population of 2,505 people, including 1,318 males and 1,187 females, living in 551 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.11%, with male literacy at 92.26% and female literacy at 85.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159.
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 | 2,505 | 1,318 | 1,187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 168 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 84 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,505, including 1,318 males and 1,187 females.
How many households are there in Chilinga?
Chilinga had 551 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chilinga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilinga was 89.11%. Male literacy was 92.26% and female literacy was 85.66%.