Letabera - Bolba, Simdega
Letabera is a village situated in the Bolba subdivision of Simdega district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bolba and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Simdega. Malsara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Letabera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Letabera is 376542. The village covers a total geographical area of 931.87 hectares and falls under the 835226 pincode.
Letabera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Letabera
As per Census 2011, Letabera village has a total population of 715 people, consisting of 341 males and 374 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 350 literate and 365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 472 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Letabera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 715 | 341 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 53 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 111 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 472 | 225 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 189 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 152 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Letabera
Letabera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kachhupani | East | 2.28 km |
| Jettubandh | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Suadonger | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Machhkatta | North-West | 3.80 km |
| Auga | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Alingburu | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Saraslongri | East | 4.37 km |
| Pakairbahar | South-East | 4.49 km |
| Malsara | North-West | 5.91 km |
| Kadamdih | East | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Letabera
Letabera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sogra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Simdega to Letabera 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 Letabera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Letabera 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 Letabera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Letabera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Letabera
Where is Letabera located?
Letabera village is located in Bolba Subdivision, Simdega district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Letabera?
The Gram Panchayat of Letabera is Malsara.
What is the pincode of Letabera?
The pincode of Letabera is 835226.
What is the population of Letabera?
Letabera has a total population of 715, including 341 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Letabera?
There are 161 households in Letabera.
What is the literacy rate in Letabera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Letabera is 48.95%. Male literacy is 55.43% and female literacy is 43.05%.