Lehara - Manigachhi, Darbhanga
Lehara is a village situated in the Manigachhi subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manigachhi and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Nehara West serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lehara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lehara is 227122. The village covers a total geographical area of 726 hectares and falls under the 847233 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Lehara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lehara
As per Census 2011, Lehara village has a total population of 17,373 people, consisting of 9,022 males and 8,351 females. The village has 3,491 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,920 literate and 9,453 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,267 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lehara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,373 | 9,022 | 8,351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,208 | 1,640 | 1,568 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,267 | 1,723 | 1,544 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 7,920 | 4,649 | 3,271 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,453 | 4,373 | 5,080 |
Nearby Villages of Lehara
Lehara 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 Lehara
Lehara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lehara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Lehara is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lehara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lehara 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lehara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lehara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lehara
Where is Lehara located?
Lehara village is located in Manigachhi Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lehara?
The Gram Panchayat of Lehara is Nehara West.
What is the pincode of Lehara?
The pincode of Lehara is 847233.
What is the population of Lehara?
Lehara has a total population of 17,373, including 9,022 males and 8,351 females.
How many households are there in Lehara?
There are 3,491 households in Lehara.
What is the literacy rate in Lehara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lehara is 45.59%. Male literacy is 51.53% and female literacy is 39.17%.