Lehal Khurd - Lehra, Sangrur
Lehal Khurd is a village situated in the Lehra tehsil of Sangrur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lehra and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Sangrur. Lehal Khurd village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lehal Khurd is 039903. The village covers a total geographical area of 572 hectares and falls under the 148031 pincode. Lehragaga is the nearest town.
Lehal Khurd 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 Khurd
As per Census 2011, Lehal Khurd village has a total population of 3,055 people, consisting of 1,646 males and 1,409 females. The village has 548 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,415 literate and 1,640 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,097 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lehal Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,055 | 1,646 | 1,409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 188 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,097 | 602 | 495 |
| Literate Population | 1,415 | 826 | 589 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,640 | 820 | 820 |
Nearby Villages of Lehal Khurd
Lehal Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khandebad | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Khai | North | 2.64 km |
| Lehal Kalan | South | 4.11 km |
| Ramgarh Sandua | North | 4.56 km |
| Bhutal Kalan | East | 4.67 km |
| Gaga | West | 5.20 km |
| Arakwas | North | 5.33 km |
| Bhkhaura Khurd | South | 5.36 km |
| Kotla Lehal | South-West | 5.54 km |
| Chingaliwala | North-West | 5.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lehal Khurd
Public transport in the Lehal Khurd is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lehra Gaga, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sangrur to Lehal Khurd is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lehal Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lehal Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lehal Khurd
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 Khurd 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lehal Khurd
Where is Lehal Khurd located?
Lehal Khurd village is located in Lehra Tehsil, Sangrur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lehal Khurd?
Lehal Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lehal Khurd?
The pincode of Lehal Khurd is 148031.
What is the population of Lehal Khurd?
Lehal Khurd has a total population of 3,055, including 1,646 males and 1,409 females.
How many households are there in Lehal Khurd?
There are 548 households in Lehal Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Lehal Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lehal Khurd is 46.32%. Male literacy is 50.18% and female literacy is 41.80%.