Lehal - Phillaur, Jalandhar
Lehal is a village situated in the Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phillaur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Lehal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lehal is 030173. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.12 hectares and falls under the 144502 pincode. Goraya is the nearest town.
Lehal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phillaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lehal
According to the 2011 Census, Lehal village had a total population of 1,114 people, including 559 males and 555 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.45%, with male literacy at 88.02% and female literacy at 78.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 605.
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 | 1,114 | 559 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 58 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 605 | 306 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 842 | 441 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 118 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Lehal
Lehal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarhal Mundi | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Nano Muzara | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Taharpur | East | 1.57 km |
| Matfallu | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Ladhar Khurd | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Anihar | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Chack Ramu | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Dosanjh Kalan | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Dhandwar | South | 2.92 km |
| Kot Garewal | West | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lehal
Lehal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bahram, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jalandhar to Lehal is about 35 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 Lehal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lehal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lehal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lehal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lehal
Where is Lehal located?
Lehal village is located in Phillaur Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lehal?
Lehal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lehal?
The pincode of Lehal is 144502.
What is the population of Lehal?
Lehal had a total population of 1,114, including 559 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Lehal?
Lehal had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lehal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lehal was 83.45%. Male literacy was 88.02% and female literacy was 78.94%.