Leido - Khaltsi, Leh Ladakh
Leido is a village situated in the Khaltsi tehsil of Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 30 km from Khalsi and around 130 km from Leh. Takmachik serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Leido village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Leido is 000945. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.2 hectares and falls under the 194106 pincode. Leh is the nearest town, located about 117 km away.
Leido village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Leido
According to the 2011 Census, Leido village had a total population of 370 people, including 188 males and 182 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.89%, with male literacy at 83.72% and female literacy at 63.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 344.
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 | 370 | 188 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 173 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 144 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 44 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Leido
Leido is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Leido
Leido is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Leh to Leido is about 117 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Leh to Leido is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Leido
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Leido village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Leido
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Leido village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Leido
Where is Leido located?
Leido village is located in Khaltsi Tehsil, Leh Ladakh district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Leido?
The Halqa Panchayat of Leido is Takmachik.
What is the pincode of Leido?
The pincode of Leido is 194106.
What is the population of Leido?
Leido had a total population of 370, including 188 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Leido?
Leido had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Leido?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Leido was 73.89%. Male literacy was 83.72% and female literacy was 63.64%.