Ledaharia - Kariasol, Dhanbad
Ledaharia is a village situated in the Kariasol subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Nirsa and around 42 km from Dhanbad. Ledaharia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ledaharia is 362147. The village covers a total geographical area of 209 hectares and falls under the 828205 pincode. Chirkunda is the nearest town.
Ledaharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nirsa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ledaharia
As per Census 2011, Ledaharia village has a total population of 2,115 people, consisting of 1,062 males and 1,053 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,177 literate and 938 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 319 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ledaharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,115 | 1,062 | 1,053 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 180 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 319 | 160 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 1,177 | 725 | 452 |
| Illiterate Population | 938 | 337 | 601 |
Nearby Villages of Ledaharia
Ledaharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Guliardi | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Kethardi | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Sanolapur | South | 2.31 km |
| Agarchayanpur | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Barabari | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Palasia | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Chhatabar | North | 2.73 km |
| Urma | West | 2.76 km |
| Khokrapahari | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Patlabari | East | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ledaharia
Public transport in the Ledaharia is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mugma, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Ledaharia is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ledaharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ledaharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ledaharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ledaharia 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 Ledaharia
Where is Ledaharia located?
Ledaharia village is located in Kariasol Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ledaharia?
Ledaharia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ledaharia?
The pincode of Ledaharia is 828205.
What is the population of Ledaharia?
Ledaharia has a total population of 2,115, including 1,062 males and 1,053 females.
How many households are there in Ledaharia?
There are 410 households in Ledaharia.
What is the literacy rate in Ledaharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ledaharia is 55.65%. Male literacy is 68.27% and female literacy is 42.92%.