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.

Lejam has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Lejam

Below is a concise population overview of Lejam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lejam village:

  • The total population of Lejam village is around 293, including approximately 141 males and 152 females, with a sex ratio of 1078 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Lejam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lejam village has 191 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Lejam village is about 61.77%, with male literacy at 73.05% and female literacy at 51.32%.
  • There are around 72 households in Lejam village.

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)
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.

Bhanar Kot Chami Khet Khitoli Gadera Pant Gol Pankhu R F Kalinag R F Berinag R F Khamlekh R F Chaukori R F Uttari Koteshwar R F

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%.