Lekwada - Orchha, Narayanpur
Lekwada is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Pidiyakote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lekwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lekwada is 450025. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Bharamgarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lekwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lekwada
According to the 2011 Census, Lekwada village had a total population of 184 people, including 94 males and 90 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.11%, with male literacy at 21.33% and female literacy at 10.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 184.
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 | 184 | 94 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 94 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 78 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Lekwada
Lekwada 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 Lekwada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lekwada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bharamgarh to Lekwada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narayanpur to Lekwada is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lekwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lekwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lekwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lekwada 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 Lekwada
Where is Lekwada located?
Lekwada village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lekwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Lekwada is Pidiyakote.
What is the pincode of Lekwada?
The pincode of Lekwada is 494661.
What is the population of Lekwada?
Lekwada had a total population of 184, including 94 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Lekwada?
Lekwada had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lekwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lekwada was 16.11%. Male literacy was 21.33% and female literacy was 10.81%.