Lejam - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Lejam is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 169 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Chunari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lejam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lejam is 281951. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.97 hectares and falls under the 783129 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Lejam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lejam
According to the 2011 Census, Lejam village had a total population of 3,019 people, including 1,501 males and 1,518 females, living in 573 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.18%, with male literacy at 69.68% and female literacy at 56.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 3,019 | 1,501 | 1,518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 550 | 261 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,560 | 864 | 696 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,459 | 637 | 822 |
Nearby Villages of Lejam
Lejam 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 Lejam
Lejam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Lakhipur to Lejam is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Lejam is about 57 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 Lejam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lejam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lejam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lejam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lejam
Where is Lejam located?
Lejam village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lejam?
The Gram Panchayat of Lejam is Chunari.
What is the pincode of Lejam?
The pincode of Lejam is 783129.
What is the population of Lejam?
Lejam had a total population of 3,019, including 1,501 males and 1,518 females.
How many households are there in Lejam?
Lejam had 573 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lejam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lejam was 63.18%. Male literacy was 69.68% and female literacy was 56.63%.