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
As per Census 2011, Lekwada village has a total population of 184 people, consisting of 94 males and 90 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 24 literate and 160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 184 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lekwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 184 | 94 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| 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 has a total population of 184, including 94 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Lekwada?
There are 39 households in Lekwada.
What is the literacy rate in Lekwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lekwada is 13.04%. Male literacy is 17.02% and female literacy is 8.89%.