Leelan - Jagraon, Ludhiana
Leelan is a village situated in the Jagraon tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagraon and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Leelan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Leelan is 033875. The village covers a total geographical area of 1000 hectares and falls under the 142033 pincode. Jagraon is the nearest town.
Leelan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Leelan
According to the 2011 Census, Leelan village had a total population of 3,997 people, including 2,106 males and 1,891 females, living in 805 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.86%, with male literacy at 72.44% and female literacy at 60.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,347.
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 | 3,997 | 2,106 | 1,891 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 439 | 241 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,347 | 1,249 | 1,098 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,379 | 1,351 | 1,028 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,618 | 755 | 863 |
Nearby Villages of Leelan
Leelan 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 Leelan
Leelan 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 Leelan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ludhiana to Leelan is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Leelan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Leelan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Leelan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Leelan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Leelan
Where is Leelan located?
Leelan village is located in Jagraon Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Leelan?
Leelan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Leelan?
The pincode of Leelan is 142033.
What is the population of Leelan?
Leelan had a total population of 3,997, including 2,106 males and 1,891 females.
How many households are there in Leelan?
Leelan had 805 households.
What is the literacy rate in Leelan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Leelan was 66.86%. Male literacy was 72.44% and female literacy was 60.72%.