Leema Bhat - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Leema Bhat is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Lima Bhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Leema Bhat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Leema Bhat is 049292. The village covers a total geographical area of 250.79 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Leema Bhat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Leema Bhat
As per Census 2011, Leema Bhat village has a total population of 373 people, consisting of 176 males and 197 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,119 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Leema Bhat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 373 | 176 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 32 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 73 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 135 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 41 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Leema Bhat
Leema Bhat 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 Leema Bhat
Leema Bhat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Leema Bhat is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Leema Bhat is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Leema Bhat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Leema Bhat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Leema Bhat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Leema Bhat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Leema Bhat
Where is Leema Bhat located?
Leema Bhat village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Leema Bhat?
The Gram Panchayat of Leema Bhat is Lima Bhat.
What is the pincode of Leema Bhat?
The pincode of Leema Bhat is 262551.
What is the population of Leema Bhat?
Leema Bhat has a total population of 373, including 176 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Leema Bhat?
There are 83 households in Leema Bhat.
What is the literacy rate in Leema Bhat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Leema Bhat is 67.02%. Male literacy is 76.70% and female literacy is 58.38%.