Lachong - Thembang Circle, West Kameng
Lachong is a village situated in the Thembang Circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from Thembang and around 51 km from Bomdila. Thembang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachong village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachong is 261702. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Lachong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lachong
As per Census 2011, Lachong village has a total population of 37 people, consisting of 19 males and 18 females. The village has 6 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachong are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 17 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Lachong
Lachong 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 Lachong
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lachong.
| 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 Lachong is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Lachong is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lachong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachong 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 Lachong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachong 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lachong
Where is Lachong located?
Lachong village is located in Thembang Circle Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachong?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachong is Thembang.
What is the pincode of Lachong?
The pincode of Lachong is 790101.
What is the population of Lachong?
Lachong has a total population of 37, including 19 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Lachong?
There are 6 households in Lachong.
What is the literacy rate in Lachong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachong is 16.22%. Male literacy is 10.53% and female literacy is 22.22%.