Lepa - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Lepa is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Lepa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lepa is 477260. The village covers a total geographical area of 615.31 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Lepa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lepa
According to the 2011 Census, Lepa village had a total population of 1,583 people, including 815 males and 768 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.31%, with male literacy at 85.53% and female literacy at 57.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 267, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
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 | 1,583 | 815 | 768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 110 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 146 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 974 | 603 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 609 | 212 | 397 |
Nearby Villages of Lepa
Lepa 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 Lepa
Lepa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasrawad to Lepa is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Lepa is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lepa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lepa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lepa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lepa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lepa
Where is Lepa located?
Lepa village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lepa?
Lepa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lepa?
The pincode of Lepa is 451228.
What is the population of Lepa?
Lepa had a total population of 1,583, including 815 males and 768 females.
How many households are there in Lepa?
Lepa had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lepa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lepa was 72.31%. Male literacy was 85.53% and female literacy was 57.79%.