Lepatand - Ichagarh, Saraikela Kharsawan
Lepatand is a village situated in the Ichagarh subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand. Lepatand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lepatand is 378935. The village covers a total geographical area of 416 hectares and falls under the 832404 pincode.
Lepatand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranchi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lepatand
As per Census 2011, Lepatand village has a total population of 1,494 people, consisting of 795 males and 699 females. The village has 299 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 736 literate and 758 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 947 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lepatand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,494 | 795 | 699 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 128 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 947 | 505 | 442 |
| Literate Population | 736 | 486 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 758 | 309 | 449 |
Nearby Villages of Lepatand
Lepatand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bankasai | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Budalong | South | 1.81 km |
| Dumardih | West | 1.88 km |
| Chimtia | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Chitri | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Ichagarh | East | 2.57 km |
| Kandebeda | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Kunjaban | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Salbani | South-East | 2.96 km |
| Jaragoda | West | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lepatand
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Lepatand. The nearest railway station is Bakarkudi, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Lepatand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lepatand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lepatand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lepatand 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 Lepatand
Where is Lepatand located?
Lepatand village is located in Ichagarh Subdivision, Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lepatand?
Lepatand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lepatand?
The pincode of Lepatand is 832404.
What is the population of Lepatand?
Lepatand has a total population of 1,494, including 795 males and 699 females.
How many households are there in Lepatand?
There are 299 households in Lepatand.
What is the literacy rate in Lepatand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lepatand is 49.26%. Male literacy is 61.13% and female literacy is 35.77%.