Leu - Saach, Chamba
Leu is a village situated in the Saach tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 216 km from Chamba. Sahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Leu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Leu is 006737. The village covers a total geographical area of 330.88 hectares and falls under the 176323 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Leu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Leu
As per Census 2011, Leu village has a total population of 164 people, consisting of 83 males and 81 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 161 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Leu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 164 | 83 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 55 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 28 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Leu
Leu 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 Leu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Leu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chamba to Leu is about 216 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Leu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Leu 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 Leu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Leu 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 Leu
Where is Leu located?
Leu village is located in Saach Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Leu?
The Gram Panchayat of Leu is Sahali.
What is the pincode of Leu?
The pincode of Leu is 176323.
What is the population of Leu?
Leu has a total population of 164, including 83 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Leu?
There are 27 households in Leu.
What is the literacy rate in Leu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Leu is 59.76%. Male literacy is 66.27% and female literacy is 53.09%.