Letwa - Mohanpur, Deoghar
Letwa is a village situated in the Mohanpur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohanpur and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Nayachitkath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Letwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Letwa is 353368. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 814116 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Letwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Letwa
According to the 2011 Census, Letwa village had a total population of 213 people, including 110 males and 103 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.13%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 71.91%.
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 | 213 | 110 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 81 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 29 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Letwa
Letwa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Udaypur Chhit | South-East | 0.43 km |
| Nokhil | East | 0.60 km |
| Babudih | South-West | 0.63 km |
| Bihroji | North | 0.74 km |
| Sonwan | North-West | 0.74 km |
| Udaypur | East | 0.81 km |
| Agiya | South | 1.26 km |
| Rikhiyahat | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Siriya | West | 1.28 km |
| Amruwa | South | 1.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Letwa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Letwa. The nearest railway station is Deoghar, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Letwa is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Letwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Letwa 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Letwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Letwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Letwa
Where is Letwa located?
Letwa village is located in Mohanpur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Letwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Letwa is Nayachitkath.
What is the pincode of Letwa?
The pincode of Letwa is 814116.
What is the population of Letwa?
Letwa had a total population of 213, including 110 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Letwa?
Letwa had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Letwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Letwa was 77.13%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 71.91%.