Legrath
Legrath is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Tikhon is the gram panchayat of Legrath village.
Here you can discover what makes Legrath unique in its vibrant Tehri-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Legrath’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Legrath
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Legrath is 043818. The village spans a total geographical area of 51.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249131. Chamba is nearest town to Legrath village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 61km away.
When it comes to local governance, Legrath village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Legrath
Population of Legrath
According to the 2011 Census, Legrath has a total population of about 179, with approximately 78 males and 101 females. The sex ratio is around 1294 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 27 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 39 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.31%, with male literacy at about 71.79% and female literacy near 42.57%. There are around 40 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Legrath's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 179 | 78 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 99 | 56 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 22 | 58 |
Connectivity of Legrath
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Legrath. As per the 2011 stats, Legrath had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Legrath
Knowing the nearby villages of Legrath helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Legrath.
Frequently Asked Questions about Legrath
- Where is Legrath located?
- Legrath village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Legrath?
- The Gram Panchayat of Legrath is Tikhon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Legrath?
- The pincode of Legrath is 249131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Legrath as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Legrath is 179, with 78 males and 101 females.
- How many households are there in Legrath as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Legrath village has a total of 40 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Legrath as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Legrath is 55.31%. The male literacy rate is 71.79%, while the female literacy rate is 42.57%.