Leel Kalan - Batala, Gurdaspur
Leel Kalan is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Leel Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Leel Kalan is 028629. The village covers a total geographical area of 371 hectares and falls under the 143516 pincode. Qadian is the nearest town.
Leel Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Leel Kalan
As per Census 2011, Leel Kalan village has a total population of 2,531 people, consisting of 1,280 males and 1,251 females. The village has 453 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,632 literate and 899 illiterate residents. Additionally, 740 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Leel Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,531 | 1,280 | 1,251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 166 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 740 | 375 | 365 |
| Literate Population | 1,632 | 866 | 766 |
| Illiterate Population | 899 | 414 | 485 |
Nearby Villages of Leel Kalan
Leel Kalan 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 Leel Kalan
Leel Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Leel Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Leel Kalan is about 36 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 Leel Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Leel Kalan 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 Leel Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Leel Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Leel Kalan
Where is Leel Kalan located?
Leel Kalan village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Leel Kalan?
Leel Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Leel Kalan?
The pincode of Leel Kalan is 143516.
What is the population of Leel Kalan?
Leel Kalan has a total population of 2,531, including 1,280 males and 1,251 females.
How many households are there in Leel Kalan?
There are 453 households in Leel Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Leel Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Leel Kalan is 64.48%. Male literacy is 67.66% and female literacy is 61.23%.