Legamkanda - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Legamkanda is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Lekam Kanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Legamkanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Legamkanda is 049441. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.94 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Legamkanda 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Legamkanda
According to the 2011 Census, Legamkanda village had a total population of 151 people, including 65 males and 86 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,323 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.67%, with male literacy at 96.72% and female literacy at 78.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 151 | 65 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 4 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 59 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 6 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Legamkanda
Legamkanda 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 Legamkanda
Public transport in the Legamkanda is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Didihat to Legamkanda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Legamkanda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Legamkanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Legamkanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Legamkanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Legamkanda 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Legamkanda
Where is Legamkanda located?
Legamkanda village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Legamkanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Legamkanda is Lekam Kanda.
What is the pincode of Legamkanda?
The pincode of Legamkanda is 262551.
What is the population of Legamkanda?
Legamkanda had a total population of 151, including 65 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Legamkanda?
Legamkanda had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Legamkanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Legamkanda was 86.67%. Male literacy was 96.72% and female literacy was 78.38%.