Ledhara Village - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Ledhara is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Ledhra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ledhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ledhara is 502121. The village covers a total geographical area of 2461.56 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Ledhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ledhara
As per Census 2011, Ledhara village has a total population of 1,740 people, consisting of 850 males and 890 females. The village has 381 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 800 literate and 940 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,671 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ledhara are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,740 | 850 | 890 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 161 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,671 | 811 | 860 |
| Literate Population | 800 | 424 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 940 | 426 | 514 |
Nearby Villages of Ledhara
Ledhara 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 Ledhara
Ledhara 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 Anuppur to Ledhara is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ledhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ledhara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ledhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ledhara 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 Ledhara
Where is Ledhara located?
Ledhara village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ledhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ledhara is Ledhra.
What is the pincode of Ledhara?
The pincode of Ledhara is 484881.
What is the population of Ledhara?
Ledhara has a total population of 1,740, including 850 males and 890 females.
How many households are there in Ledhara?
There are 381 households in Ledhara.
What is the literacy rate in Ledhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ledhara is 45.98%. Male literacy is 49.88% and female literacy is 42.25%.