Leora - Thural, Kangra
Leora is a village situated in the Thural tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bairghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Leora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Leora is 011112. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.21 hectares and falls under the 176073 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Leora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Leora
According to the 2011 Census, Leora village had a total population of 96 people, including 41 males and 55 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,341 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.36%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 84.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 96 | 41 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 33 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 8 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Leora
Leora 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 Leora
Leora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Leora is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Leora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Leora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Leora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Leora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Leora
Where is Leora located?
Leora village is located in Thural Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Leora?
The Gram Panchayat of Leora is Bairghat.
What is the pincode of Leora?
The pincode of Leora is 176073.
What is the population of Leora?
Leora had a total population of 96, including 41 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Leora?
Leora had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Leora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Leora was 86.36%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 84.31%.