Lehra
Lehra is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Lehra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Lehra unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Lehra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Lehra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lehra is 032004. The village spans a total geographical area of 240 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144528. Garhshankar is nearest town to Lehra village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Lehra
Population of Lehra
According to the 2011 Census, Lehra has a total population of about 539, with approximately 271 males and 268 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 84 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 496 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.65%, with male literacy at about 75.28% and female literacy near 61.94%. There are around 107 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lehra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 539 | 271 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 496 | 248 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 370 | 204 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 67 | 102 |
Connectivity of Lehra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lehra. As per the 2011 stats, Lehra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lehra
Knowing the nearby villages of Lehra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lehra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lehra
- Where is Lehra located?
- Lehra village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lehra?
- Lehra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Lehra?
- The pincode of Lehra is 144528, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lehra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lehra is 539, with 271 males and 268 females.
- How many households are there in Lehra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lehra village has a total of 107 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lehra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lehra is 68.65%. The male literacy rate is 75.28%, while the female literacy rate is 61.94%.