Lelehar - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Lelehar is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Uttam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lelehar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lelehar is 380750. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 768052 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Lelehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lelehar
According to the 2011 Census, Lelehar village had a total population of 522 people, including 265 males and 257 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.04%, with male literacy at 88.36% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 216.
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 | 522 | 265 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 216 | 106 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 205 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 60 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Lelehar
Lelehar 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 Lelehar
Lelehar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Bargarh to Lelehar is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lelehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lelehar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lelehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lelehar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lelehar
Where is Lelehar located?
Lelehar village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lelehar?
The Gram Panchayat of Lelehar is Uttam.
What is the pincode of Lelehar?
The pincode of Lelehar is 768052.
What is the population of Lelehar?
Lelehar had a total population of 522, including 265 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Lelehar?
Lelehar had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lelehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lelehar was 80.04%. Male literacy was 88.36% and female literacy was 71.43%.