Lekhepal - Aundhi, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Lekhepal is a village situated in the Aundhi tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 23 km from Manpur and around 123 km from Rajnandgaon. Sitagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lekhepal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lekhepal is 441480. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.9 hectares and falls under the 491229 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Lekhepal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lekhepal
As per Census 2011, Lekhepal village has a total population of 179 people, consisting of 86 males and 93 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,081 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 83 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lekhepal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 179 | 86 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 86 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 40 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 46 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Lekhepal
Lekhepal 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 Lekhepal
Lekhepal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Lekhepal is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Lekhepal is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lekhepal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lekhepal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lekhepal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lekhepal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lekhepal
Where is Lekhepal located?
Lekhepal village is located in Aundhi Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lekhepal?
The Gram Panchayat of Lekhepal is Sitagaon.
What is the pincode of Lekhepal?
The pincode of Lekhepal is 491229.
What is the population of Lekhepal?
Lekhepal has a total population of 179, including 86 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Lekhepal?
There are 47 households in Lekhepal.
What is the literacy rate in Lekhepal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lekhepal is 46.37%. Male literacy is 46.51% and female literacy is 46.24%.