Lehegaon - Morshi, Amravati
Lehegaon is a village situated in the Morshi tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Morshi and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Lehegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lehegaon is 532304. The village covers a total geographical area of 409.1 hectares and falls under the 444707 pincode. Morshi is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Lehegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Teosa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amravati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lehegaon
As per Census 2011, Lehegaon village has a total population of 1,212 people, consisting of 624 males and 588 females. The village has 276 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 947 literate and 265 illiterate residents. Additionally, 299 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lehegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,212 | 624 | 588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 56 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 158 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 947 | 512 | 435 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 112 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Lehegaon
Lehegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shahanawajpur | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Shirkhed | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Wagholi | West | 2.76 km |
| Sawarkhed | South | 3.25 km |
| Daryapur | North | 3.34 km |
| Lihida | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Mamdapur (katpur) | North-West | 4.21 km |
| Inapur | North-East | 4.31 km |
| Akhatwada | East | 4.79 km |
| Munaimpur | North-East | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lehegaon
Lehegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Astegaon, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Morshi to Lehegaon is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Lehegaon is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lehegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lehegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lehegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lehegaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lehegaon
Where is Lehegaon located?
Lehegaon village is located in Morshi Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lehegaon?
Lehegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lehegaon?
The pincode of Lehegaon is 444707.
What is the population of Lehegaon?
Lehegaon has a total population of 1,212, including 624 males and 588 females.
How many households are there in Lehegaon?
There are 276 households in Lehegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Lehegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lehegaon is 78.14%. Male literacy is 82.05% and female literacy is 73.98%.