Lekharigan - Mohana, Gajapati
Lekharigan is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Adva and around 150 km from Paralakhemundi. Mandimara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lekharigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lekharigan is 413594. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 761217 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Lekharigan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lekharigan
According to the 2011 Census, Lekharigan village had a total population of 127 people, including 59 males and 68 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,153 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.74%, with male literacy at 65.31% and female literacy at 20.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 124.
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 | 127 | 59 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 58 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 32 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 27 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Lekharigan
Lekharigan 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 Lekharigan
Lekharigan 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 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 Digapahandi to Lekharigan is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Lekharigan is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lekharigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lekharigan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lekharigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lekharigan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lekharigan
Where is Lekharigan located?
Lekharigan village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lekharigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Lekharigan is Mandimara.
What is the pincode of Lekharigan?
The pincode of Lekharigan is 761217.
What is the population of Lekharigan?
Lekharigan had a total population of 127, including 59 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Lekharigan?
Lekharigan had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lekharigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lekharigan was 40.74%. Male literacy was 65.31% and female literacy was 20.34%.