Lejuar - Manjhi, Saran
Lejuar is a village situated in the Manjhi subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manjhi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Leguar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lejuar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lejuar is 233394. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 841205 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lejuar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manjhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maharajganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lejuar
As per Census 2011, Lejuar village has a total population of 2,914 people, consisting of 1,507 males and 1,407 females. The village has 414 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 499 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,778 literate and 1,136 illiterate residents. Additionally, 381 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 152 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lejuar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,914 | 1,507 | 1,407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 257 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 381 | 207 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 77 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 1,778 | 1,115 | 663 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,136 | 392 | 744 |
Nearby Villages of Lejuar
Lejuar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mansar | East | 1.45 km |
| Sadhpur Bali | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Sonia | West | 2.10 km |
| Samatapar | North | 2.16 km |
| Banwar | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Kumna | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Dumduma | West | 2.56 km |
| Piano | South | 2.74 km |
| Bataraha | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Tanrwa | East | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lejuar
Lejuar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Daudpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Lejuar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Lejuar is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lejuar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lejuar 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 Lejuar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lejuar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lejuar
Where is Lejuar located?
Lejuar village is located in Manjhi Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lejuar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lejuar is Leguar.
What is the pincode of Lejuar?
The pincode of Lejuar is 841205.
What is the population of Lejuar?
Lejuar has a total population of 2,914, including 1,507 males and 1,407 females.
How many households are there in Lejuar?
There are 414 households in Lejuar.
What is the literacy rate in Lejuar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lejuar is 61.02%. Male literacy is 73.99% and female literacy is 47.12%.