Leeran - Darhal, Rajouri
Leeran is a village situated in the Darhal tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darhal and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Leeran village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Leeran is 001309. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.1 hectares and falls under the 185135 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Leeran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Leeran
According to the 2011 Census, Leeran village had a total population of 1,675 people, including 853 males and 822 females, living in 301 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.02%, with male literacy at 75.11% and female literacy at 48.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,588.
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 | 1,675 | 853 | 822 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 154 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,588 | 808 | 780 |
| Literate Population | 849 | 525 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 826 | 328 | 498 |
Nearby Villages of Leeran
Leeran 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 Leeran
Leeran 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 Rajouri to Leeran is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Leeran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Leeran 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 Leeran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Leeran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Leeran
Where is Leeran located?
Leeran village is located in Darhal Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Leeran?
Leeran is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Leeran?
The pincode of Leeran is 185135.
What is the population of Leeran?
Leeran had a total population of 1,675, including 853 males and 822 females.
How many households are there in Leeran?
Leeran had 301 households.
What is the literacy rate in Leeran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Leeran was 62.02%. Male literacy was 75.11% and female literacy was 48.36%.