Lehal Kalan - Lehra, Sangrur
Lehal Kalan is a village situated in the Lehra tehsil of Sangrur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lehra and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Sangrur. Guru Tag Bhader Nagar Lehal Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lehal Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lehal Kalan is 039902. The village covers a total geographical area of 2226 hectares and falls under the 148030 pincode. Lehragaga is the nearest town.
Lehal Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lehra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lehal Kalan
As per Census 2011, Lehal Kalan village has a total population of 5,920 people, consisting of 3,193 males and 2,727 females. The village has 1,072 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 672 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,696 literate and 3,224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,619 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lehal Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,920 | 3,193 | 2,727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 672 | 375 | 297 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,619 | 869 | 750 |
| Literate Population | 2,696 | 1,554 | 1,142 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,224 | 1,639 | 1,585 |
Nearby Villages of Lehal Kalan
Lehal Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhkhaura Khurd | West | 3.21 km |
| Dehla | South-East | 3.96 km |
| Lehal Khurd | North | 4.11 km |
| Gobindpura Papra | South-East | 4.47 km |
| Bhutal Kalan | North-East | 4.76 km |
| Bhutal Khurd | East | 5.17 km |
| Balran | South | 5.26 km |
| Gurne | South-West | 5.68 km |
| Khandebad | North | 5.76 km |
| Kotla Lehal | West | 6.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lehal Kalan
Public transport in the Lehal Kalan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gurnay, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sangrur to Lehal Kalan is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lehal Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lehal Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lehal Kalan
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 Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Lehal Kalan
Where is Lehal Kalan located?
Lehal Kalan village is located in Lehra Tehsil, Sangrur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lehal Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Lehal Kalan is Guru Tag Bhader Nagar Lehal Kalan.
What is the pincode of Lehal Kalan?
The pincode of Lehal Kalan is 148030.
What is the population of Lehal Kalan?
Lehal Kalan has a total population of 5,920, including 3,193 males and 2,727 females.
How many households are there in Lehal Kalan?
There are 1,072 households in Lehal Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Lehal Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lehal Kalan is 45.54%. Male literacy is 48.67% and female literacy is 41.88%.