Leg - Thal, Pithoragarh
Leg is a village situated in the Thal tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from Berinag and around 60 km from Pithoragarh. Chausala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Leg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Leg is 049574. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.37 hectares and falls under the 262533 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Leg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Leg
As per Census 2011, Leg village has a total population of 135 people, consisting of 62 males and 73 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,177 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 51 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Leg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 135 | 62 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 51 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 11 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Leg
Leg 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 Leg
Leg 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 <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 Leg is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Leg is about 60 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 Leg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Leg 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Leg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Leg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Leg
Where is Leg located?
Leg village is located in Thal Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Leg?
The Gram Panchayat of Leg is Chausala.
What is the pincode of Leg?
The pincode of Leg is 262533.
What is the population of Leg?
Leg has a total population of 135, including 62 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Leg?
There are 28 households in Leg.
What is the literacy rate in Leg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Leg is 62.22%. Male literacy is 82.26% and female literacy is 45.21%.