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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Leg village had a total population of 135 people, including 62 males and 73 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,177 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.85%, with male literacy at 91.07% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 135 | 62 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 135, including 62 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Leg?
Leg had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Leg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Leg was 68.85%. Male literacy was 91.07% and female literacy was 50.00%.