Lekha
Lekha is a village located in Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanora (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Lekha village is also a gram panchayat.
Lekha has its own place in the vibrant Gadchiroli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Lekha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lekha is 538984. The village spans a total geographical area of 579 hectares. Gadchiroli is nearest town to Lekha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
When it comes to local governance, Lekha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lekha
Population of Lekha
Below is a concise population overview of Lekha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 680 | 340 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 126 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 256 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 84 | 159 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lekha village:
- The total population of Lekha village is around 680, including approximately 340 males and 340 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 76 children aged 0–6 years in Lekha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Lekha village has 238 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Lekha village is about 64.26%, with male literacy at 75.29% and female literacy at 53.24%.
- There are around 167 households in Lekha village.
Connectivity of Lekha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lekha. As per the 2011 stats, Lekha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lekha
Knowing the nearby villages of Lekha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lekha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lekha
- Where is Lekha located?
- Lekha village is situated in Dhanora Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lekha?
- Lekha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Lekha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lekha is 680, with 340 males and 340 females.
- How many households are there in Lekha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lekha village has a total of 167 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lekha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lekha is 64.26%. The male literacy rate is 75.29%, while the female literacy rate is 53.24%.