Lehar - Pouni, Reasi
Lehar is a village situated in the Pouni tehsil of Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Reasi and around 22 km from Reasi. Pouni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lehar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lehar is 005326. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.5 hectares and falls under the 185203 pincode. Reasi is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Lehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lehar
As per Census 2011, Lehar village has a total population of 711 people, consisting of 379 males and 332 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 497 literate and 214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 71 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lehar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 711 | 379 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 55 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 289 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 90 | 124 |
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
Lehar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Reasi to Lehar is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Reasi to Lehar is about 22 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lehar
Where is Lehar located?
Lehar village is located in Pouni Tehsil, Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lehar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lehar is Pouni.
What is the pincode of Lehar?
The pincode of Lehar is 185203.
What is the population of Lehar?
Lehar has a total population of 711, including 379 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Lehar?
There are 147 households in Lehar.
What is the literacy rate in Lehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lehar is 69.90%. Male literacy is 76.25% and female literacy is 62.65%.