Leduka - Badlapur, Jaunpur
Leduka is a village situated in the Badlapur tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badlapur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Leduka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Leduka is 200987. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.32 hectares and falls under the 222109 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Leduka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Leduka
As per Census 2011, Leduka village has a total population of 5,105 people, consisting of 2,544 males and 2,561 females. The village has 767 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 770 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,130 literate and 1,975 illiterate residents. Additionally, 686 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Leduka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,105 | 2,544 | 2,561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 770 | 398 | 372 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 686 | 367 | 319 |
| Literate Population | 3,130 | 1,794 | 1,336 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,975 | 750 | 1,225 |
Nearby Villages of Leduka
Leduka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pura Sanwal Singh | East | 1.23 km |
| Durga Patti | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Deoria | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Nuruddinpur | South | 1.66 km |
| Chhangapur | North | 1.76 km |
| Chanvari | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Paran Patti | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Bhagatpur | West | 1.98 km |
| Chakpandeha | North | 2.16 km |
| Jeerikpur | North-West | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Leduka
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Leduka. The nearest railway station is Sarai Harkhu, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.9 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 Jaunpur to Leduka is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Leduka is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Leduka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Leduka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Leduka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Leduka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Leduka
Where is Leduka located?
Leduka village is located in Badlapur Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Leduka?
Leduka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Leduka?
The pincode of Leduka is 222109.
What is the population of Leduka?
Leduka has a total population of 5,105, including 2,544 males and 2,561 females.
How many households are there in Leduka?
There are 767 households in Leduka.
What is the literacy rate in Leduka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Leduka is 61.31%. Male literacy is 70.52% and female literacy is 52.17%.