Leelsar - Chohtan, Barmer
Leelsar is a village situated in the Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chohtan and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Leelsar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Leelsar is 088825. The village covers a total geographical area of 540.15 hectares and falls under the 344708 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Leelsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chohtan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Leelsar
As per Census 2011, Leelsar village has a total population of 1,280 people, consisting of 662 males and 618 females. The village has 225 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 288 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 618 literate and 662 illiterate residents. Additionally, 509 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Leelsar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,280 | 662 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 151 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 509 | 262 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 618 | 397 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 265 | 397 |
Nearby Villages of Leelsar
Leelsar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Leelsar Dakhnad | South | 2.05 km |
| Mukne Ka Tala | North | 2.44 km |
| Godaron Ka Tala | East | 2.78 km |
| Bagoniyon Ki Dhani | West | 3.07 km |
| Sakriya Tala | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Pawariya | West | 4.50 km |
| Sherpura | North | 4.56 km |
| Jasnath Nagar | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Khempura | East | 4.75 km |
| Thoriyawala | South-East | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Leelsar
Public transport in the Leelsar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jasai, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 141.9 km.
| 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 Barmer to Leelsar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Leelsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Leelsar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Leelsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Leelsar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Leelsar
Where is Leelsar located?
Leelsar village is located in Chohtan Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Leelsar?
Leelsar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Leelsar?
The pincode of Leelsar is 344708.
What is the population of Leelsar?
Leelsar has a total population of 1,280, including 662 males and 618 females.
How many households are there in Leelsar?
There are 225 households in Leelsar.
What is the literacy rate in Leelsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Leelsar is 48.28%. Male literacy is 59.97% and female literacy is 35.76%.