Lehedi - Ulunda, Sonepur
Lehedi is a village situated in the Ulunda tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Biramaharajpur and around 8 km from Subarnapur. Mundoghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lehedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lehedi is 419382. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Lehedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lehedi
According to the 2011 Census, Lehedi village had a total population of 442 people, including 226 males and 216 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.66%, with male literacy at 85.64% and female literacy at 59.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 208.
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 | 442 | 226 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 103 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 173 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 53 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Lehedi
Lehedi 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 Lehedi
Lehedi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Lehedi is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Lehedi is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lehedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lehedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lehedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lehedi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lehedi
Where is Lehedi located?
Lehedi village is located in Ulunda Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lehedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Lehedi is Mundoghat.
What is the pincode of Lehedi?
The pincode of Lehedi is 767018.
What is the population of Lehedi?
Lehedi had a total population of 442, including 226 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Lehedi?
Lehedi had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lehedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lehedi was 72.66%. Male literacy was 85.64% and female literacy was 59.07%.