Lehrian - Akhnoor, Jammu
Lehrian is a village situated in the Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 211 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akhnoor and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Kot Garhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lehrian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lehrian is 005525. The village covers a total geographical area of 305.2 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Lehrian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lehrian
According to the 2011 Census, Lehrian village had a total population of 528 people, including 270 males and 258 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.26%, with male literacy at 78.60% and female literacy at 73.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 232.
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 | 528 | 270 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 41 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 120 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 180 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 90 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Lehrian
Lehrian 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 Lehrian
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lehrian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Akhnoor to Lehrian is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Lehrian is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lehrian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lehrian 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 Lehrian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lehrian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lehrian
Where is Lehrian located?
Lehrian village is located in Akhnoor Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lehrian?
The Gram Panchayat of Lehrian is Kot Garhi.
What is the pincode of Lehrian?
The pincode of Lehrian is 181201.
What is the population of Lehrian?
Lehrian had a total population of 528, including 270 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Lehrian?
Lehrian had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lehrian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lehrian was 76.26%. Male literacy was 78.60% and female literacy was 73.89%.