Leswin - Churah, Chamba
Leswin is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Chamba. Leswin village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Leswin is 006978. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 176321 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Leswin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Leswin
As per Census 2011, Leswin village has a total population of 459 people, consisting of 224 males and 235 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 263 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Leswin are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 459 | 224 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 52 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 152 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 72 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Leswin
Leswin 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 Leswin
Leswin 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 5-10 km |
| 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 Chamba to Leswin is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Leswin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Leswin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Leswin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Leswin 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Leswin
Where is Leswin located?
Leswin village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Leswin?
Leswin is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Leswin?
The pincode of Leswin is 176321.
What is the population of Leswin?
Leswin has a total population of 459, including 224 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Leswin?
There are 82 households in Leswin.
What is the literacy rate in Leswin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Leswin is 57.30%. Male literacy is 67.86% and female literacy is 47.23%.