Lerka

Lerka is a village located in Una taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Una (tehsildar office) and 152km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Lerka village is also a gram panchayat.

Lerka has its own place in the vibrant Junagadh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Lerka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lerka is 515336. The village spans a total geographical area of 289.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362560. Una is nearest town to Lerka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Lerka

Below is a concise population overview of Lerka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,299 660 639
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 227 118 109
Scheduled Castes (SC) 43 19 24
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 692 409 283
Illiterate Population 607 251 356

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lerka village:

  • The total population of Lerka village is around 1,299, including approximately 660 males and 639 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 227 children aged 0–6 years in Lerka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lerka village has 43 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Lerka village is about 53.27%, with male literacy at 61.97% and female literacy at 44.29%.
  • There are around 215 households in Lerka village.

Connectivity of Lerka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lerka. As per the 2011 stats, Lerka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Lerka

Knowing the nearby villages of Lerka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lerka.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lerka

Where is Lerka located?
Lerka village is situated in Una Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lerka?
Lerka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Lerka?
The pincode of Lerka is 362560, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lerka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lerka is 1,299, with 660 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Lerka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lerka village has a total of 215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lerka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lerka is 53.27%. The male literacy rate is 61.97%, while the female literacy rate is 44.29%.