Lediha - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Lediha is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Lediha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lediha is 203465. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.57 hectares and falls under the 275202 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lediha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lediha
As per Census 2011, Lediha village has a total population of 1,156 people, consisting of 583 males and 573 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 697 literate and 459 illiterate residents. Additionally, 335 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lediha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,156 | 583 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 93 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 170 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 697 | 418 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 165 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Lediha
Lediha 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 Lediha
Lediha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Lediha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ghazipur to Lediha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Lediha is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lediha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lediha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lediha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lediha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lediha
Where is Lediha located?
Lediha village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lediha?
Lediha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lediha?
The pincode of Lediha is 275202.
What is the population of Lediha?
Lediha has a total population of 1,156, including 583 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Lediha?
There are 175 households in Lediha.
What is the literacy rate in Lediha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lediha is 60.29%. Male literacy is 71.70% and female literacy is 48.69%.