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. Lehroon 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
According to the 2011 Census, Leroon village had a total population of 2,047 people, including 980 males and 1,067 females, living in 418 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.28%, with male literacy at 84.94% and female literacy at 74.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 222.
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 | 2,047 | 980 | 1,067 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 150 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 116 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Lehroon.
What is the pincode of Leroon?
The pincode of Leroon is 145022.
What is the population of Leroon?
Leroon had a total population of 2,047, including 980 males and 1,067 females.
How many households are there in Leroon?
Leroon had 418 households.
What is the literacy rate in Leroon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Leroon was 79.28%. Male literacy was 84.94% and female literacy was 74.25%.