Lejam
Lejam is a village located in Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Berinag (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Lejam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Lejam unique in its vibrant Berinag-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Lejam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Lejam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lejam is 049821. The village spans a total geographical area of 100.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262534. Didihat is nearest town to Lejam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
Google Map of Lejam
Population of Lejam
According to the 2011 Census, Lejam has a total population of about 293, with approximately 141 males and 152 females. The sex ratio is around 1078 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 31 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 191 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.77%, with male literacy at about 73.05% and female literacy near 51.32%. There are around 72 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lejam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 293 | 141 | 152 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 96 | 95 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 181 | 103 | 78 |
Illiterate Population | 112 | 38 | 74 |
Connectivity of Lejam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lejam. As per the 2011 stats, Lejam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lejam
Knowing the nearby villages of Lejam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lejam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lejam
- Where is Lejam located?
- Lejam village is situated in Berinag Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lejam?
- Lejam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Lejam?
- The pincode of Lejam is 262534, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lejam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lejam is 293, with 141 males and 152 females.
- How many households are there in Lejam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lejam village has a total of 72 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lejam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lejam is 61.77%. The male literacy rate is 73.05%, while the female literacy rate is 51.32%.