Lachang - Dirang Adc, West Kameng
Lachang is a village situated in the Dirang Adc circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Dirang and around 57 km from Bomdila. Khasso serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachang is 261679. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang To Lachung is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Lachang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lachang
As per Census 2011, Lachang village has a total population of 71 people, consisting of 33 males and 38 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,151 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 28 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Lachang
Lachang 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 Lachang
Public transport in the Lachang 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 Dirang To Lachung to Lachang is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Lachang is about 57 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 Lachang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lachang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lachang
Where is Lachang located?
Lachang village is located in Dirang Adc Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachang?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachang is Khasso.
What is the pincode of Lachang?
The pincode of Lachang is 790101.
What is the population of Lachang?
Lachang has a total population of 71, including 33 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Lachang?
There are 16 households in Lachang.
What is the literacy rate in Lachang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachang is 21.13%. Male literacy is 15.15% and female literacy is 26.32%.