Lei - Idar, Sabar Kantha
Lei is a village situated in the Idar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Idar and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Lei village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lei is 510055. The village covers a total geographical area of 430.92 hectares and falls under the 383430 pincode. Idar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Lei village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lei
As per Census 2011, Lei village has a total population of 1,466 people, consisting of 762 males and 704 females. The village has 354 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,030 literate and 436 illiterate residents. Additionally, 275 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lei are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,466 | 762 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 83 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 146 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,030 | 602 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 160 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Lei
Lei 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 Lei
Lei is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lei.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Idar to Lei is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Lei is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lei village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lei village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lei
Where is Lei located?
Lei village is located in Idar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lei?
Lei is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lei?
The pincode of Lei is 383430.
What is the population of Lei?
Lei has a total population of 1,466, including 762 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Lei?
There are 354 households in Lei.
What is the literacy rate in Lei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lei is 70.26%. Male literacy is 79.00% and female literacy is 60.80%.