Lehar - Jourian, Jammu
Lehar is a village situated in the Jourian tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Akhnoor and around 46 km from Jammu. Lehar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lehar is 005500. The village covers a total geographical area of 233.9 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Lehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lehar
According to the 2011 Census, Lehar village had a total population of 457 people, including 246 males and 211 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.12%, with male literacy at 80.09% and female literacy at 53.93%.
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 | 457 | 246 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 169 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 77 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Lehar
Lehar 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 Lehar
Public transport in the Lehar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Akhnoor to Lehar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Lehar is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lehar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lehar 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 Lehar
Where is Lehar located?
Lehar village is located in Jourian Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lehar?
Lehar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lehar?
The pincode of Lehar is 181203.
What is the population of Lehar?
Lehar had a total population of 457, including 246 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Lehar?
Lehar had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lehar was 68.12%. Male literacy was 80.09% and female literacy was 53.93%.