Lerote - Bhalla, Doda
Lerote is a village situated in the Bhalla tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Baderwah and around 25 km from Doda. Khellani serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Lerote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lerote is 004448. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.4 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Lerote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lerote
According to the 2011 Census, Lerote village had a total population of 194 people, including 94 males and 100 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.76%, with male literacy at 85.06% and female literacy at 55.95%.
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 | 194 | 94 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 7 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 74 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 20 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Lerote
Lerote 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 Lerote
Lerote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baderwah to Lerote is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Lerote is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lerote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lerote 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 Lerote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lerote 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 Lerote
Where is Lerote located?
Lerote village is located in Bhalla Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Lerote?
The Halqa Panchayat of Lerote is Khellani.
What is the pincode of Lerote?
The pincode of Lerote is 182221.
What is the population of Lerote?
Lerote had a total population of 194, including 94 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Lerote?
Lerote had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lerote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lerote was 70.76%. Male literacy was 85.06% and female literacy was 55.95%.