Leya

Leya is a village located in Ranishwar subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Ranishwar (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Taldangal is the gram panchayat of Leya village.

Leya has its own place in the vibrant Dumka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Leya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Leya is 371086. The village spans a total geographical area of 162.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816118. Dumka is nearest town to Leya village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Leya

Below is a concise population overview of Leya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 355 176 179
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 65 31 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 310 154 156
Literate Population 232 126 106
Illiterate Population 123 50 73

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Leya village:

  • The total population of Leya village is around 355, including approximately 176 males and 179 females, with a sex ratio of 1017 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Leya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Leya village has 310 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Leya village is about 65.35%, with male literacy at 71.59% and female literacy at 59.22%.
  • There are around 71 households in Leya village.

Connectivity of Leya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Leya. As per the 2011 stats, Leya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Leya

Knowing the nearby villages of Leya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Leya.

Kathalia Karikadar Taradah Sarpahari Taldangal Amjhari Charkapathar Lutulia Mohanpur Sulunga Resama

Frequently Asked Questions about Leya

Where is Leya located?
Leya village is situated in Ranishwar Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Leya?
The Gram Panchayat of Leya is Taldangal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Leya?
The pincode of Leya is 816118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Leya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Leya is 355, with 176 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Leya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Leya village has a total of 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Leya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Leya is 65.35%. The male literacy rate is 71.59%, while the female literacy rate is 59.22%.