Lagam - Thembang Circle, West Kameng
Lagam is a village situated in the Thembang Circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 41 km from Thembang and around 59 km from Bomdila. Khalibok serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lagam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lagam is 261709. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Lagam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lagam
As per Census 2011, Lagam village has a total population of 42 people, consisting of 28 males and 14 females. The village has 6 households and a sex ratio of 500 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4 literate and 38 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lagam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42 | 28 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 28 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 25 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Lagam
Lagam 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 Lagam
Public transport in the Lagam 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 Lagam is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Lagam is about 59 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 Lagam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lagam 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 Lagam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lagam 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 Lagam
Where is Lagam located?
Lagam village is located in Thembang Circle Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lagam?
The Gram Panchayat of Lagam is Khalibok.
What is the pincode of Lagam?
The pincode of Lagam is 790101.
What is the population of Lagam?
Lagam has a total population of 42, including 28 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Lagam?
There are 6 households in Lagam.
What is the literacy rate in Lagam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lagam is 9.52%. Male literacy is 10.71% and female literacy is 7.14%.