Leroon - Dhar Kalan, Pathankot
Leroon is a village situated in the Dhar Kalan tehsil of Pathankot district, Punjab. It is located approximately 29 km from Dhar Kalan and around 97 km from Gurdaspur. Gahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Leroon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Leroon is 027387. The village covers a total geographical area of 984 hectares and falls under the 145022 pincode. Pathankot is the nearest town.
Leroon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathankot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Leroon
As per Census 2011, Leroon village has a total population of 2,047 people, consisting of 980 males and 1,067 females. The village has 418 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 281 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,400 literate and 647 illiterate residents. Additionally, 222 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Leroon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,047 | 980 | 1,067 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 150 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 116 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 1,400 | 705 | 695 |
| Illiterate Population | 647 | 275 | 372 |
Nearby Villages of Leroon
Leroon 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 Leroon
Leroon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Gurdaspur to Leroon is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Leroon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Leroon 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 Leroon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Leroon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Leroon
Where is Leroon located?
Leroon village is located in Dhar Kalan Tehsil, Pathankot district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Leroon?
The Gram Panchayat of Leroon is Gahal.
What is the pincode of Leroon?
The pincode of Leroon is 145022.
What is the population of Leroon?
Leroon has a total population of 2,047, including 980 males and 1,067 females.
How many households are there in Leroon?
There are 418 households in Leroon.
What is the literacy rate in Leroon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Leroon is 68.39%. Male literacy is 71.94% and female literacy is 65.14%.