Leherka - Amritsar -I, Amritsar
Leherka is a village situated in the Amritsar -I tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amritsar -i and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Leharka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Leherka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Leherka is 037459. The village covers a total geographical area of 183 hectares and falls under the 143111 pincode. Majitha is the nearest town.
Leherka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Majitha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amritsar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Leherka
According to the 2011 Census, Leherka village had a total population of 1,782 people, including 907 males and 875 females, living in 338 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.24%, with male literacy at 79.57% and female literacy at 66.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 750.
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 | 1,782 | 907 | 875 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 109 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 750 | 388 | 362 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,152 | 635 | 517 |
| Illiterate Population | 630 | 272 | 358 |
Transport and Connectivity of Leherka
Leherka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Leherka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Leherka is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Leherka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Leherka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Leherka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Leherka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Leherka
Where is Leherka located?
Leherka village is located in Amritsar -I Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Leherka?
The Gram Panchayat of Leherka is Leharka.
What is the pincode of Leherka?
The pincode of Leherka is 143111.
What is the population of Leherka?
Leherka had a total population of 1,782, including 907 males and 875 females.
How many households are there in Leherka?
Leherka had 338 households.
What is the literacy rate in Leherka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Leherka was 73.24%. Male literacy was 79.57% and female literacy was 66.71%.