Lijhari Kalan - Chunar, Mirzapur
Lijhari Kalan is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Lijhri Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lijhari Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lijhari Kalan is 212614. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.81 hectares and falls under the 231301 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Lijhari Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lijhari Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Lijhari Kalan village had a total population of 568 people, including 293 males and 275 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.71%, with male literacy at 86.02% and female literacy at 69.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 258.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 568 | 293 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 57 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 139 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 203 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 90 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Lijhari Kalan
Lijhari Kalan 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 Lijhari Kalan
Lijhari Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Varanasi to Lijhari Kalan is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Lijhari Kalan is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lijhari Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lijhari Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lijhari 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 Lijhari Kalan 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lijhari Kalan
Where is Lijhari Kalan located?
Lijhari Kalan village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lijhari Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Lijhari Kalan is Lijhri Kala.
What is the pincode of Lijhari Kalan?
The pincode of Lijhari Kalan is 231301.
What is the population of Lijhari Kalan?
Lijhari Kalan had a total population of 568, including 293 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Lijhari Kalan?
Lijhari Kalan had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lijhari Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lijhari Kalan was 77.71%. Male literacy was 86.02% and female literacy was 69.03%.