Langshung Forest Block - Kokrajhar
Langshung Forest Block is a village situated in the Kokrajhar subdivision of Kokrajhar district, Assam. It is located approximately 33 km from Kokrajhar and around 33 km from Kokrajhar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Langshung Forest Block is 280365. The village covers a total geographical area of 897.024 hectares and falls under the 783370 pincode. Kokrajhar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Bilasipara East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Langshung Forest Block
According to the 2011 Census, Langshung Forest Block village had a total population of 4,524 people, including 2,351 males and 2,173 females, living in 998 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.40%, with male literacy at 30.98% and female literacy at 23.54%.
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 | 4,524 | 2,351 | 2,173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 922 | 482 | 440 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 987 | 579 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,537 | 1,772 | 1,765 |
Nearby Villages of Langshung Forest Block
Langshung Forest Block 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 Langshung Forest Block
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Langshung Forest Block.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kokrajhar to Langshung Forest Block is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Langshung Forest Block
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Langshung Forest Block 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 Langshung Forest Block
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Langshung Forest Block 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 Langshung Forest Block
Where is Langshung Forest Block located?
Langshung Forest Block village is located in Kokrajhar Subdivision, Kokrajhar district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Langshung Forest Block?
The pincode of Langshung Forest Block is 783370.
What is the population of Langshung Forest Block?
Langshung Forest Block had a total population of 4,524, including 2,351 males and 2,173 females.
How many households are there in Langshung Forest Block?
Langshung Forest Block had 998 households.
What is the literacy rate in Langshung Forest Block?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Langshung Forest Block was 27.40%. Male literacy was 30.98% and female literacy was 23.54%.