Lahon - Nazira, Sivasagar
Lahon is a village situated in the Nazira subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nazira and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Na-pukhuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lahon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lahon is 292853. The village covers a total geographical area of 738.69 hectares and falls under the 785696 pincode. Nazira is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Lahon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nazira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lahon
As per Census 2011, Lahon village has a total population of 3,530 people, consisting of 1,835 males and 1,695 females. The village has 760 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 420 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,691 literate and 839 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 132 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lahon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,530 | 1,835 | 1,695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 206 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 7 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 69 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 2,691 | 1,477 | 1,214 |
| Illiterate Population | 839 | 358 | 481 |
Nearby Villages of Lahon
Lahon 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 Lahon
Lahon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lahon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nazira to Lahon is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Lahon is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lahon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lahon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lahon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lahon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lahon
Where is Lahon located?
Lahon village is located in Nazira Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lahon?
The Gram Panchayat of Lahon is Na-pukhuri.
What is the pincode of Lahon?
The pincode of Lahon is 785696.
What is the population of Lahon?
Lahon has a total population of 3,530, including 1,835 males and 1,695 females.
How many households are there in Lahon?
There are 760 households in Lahon.
What is the literacy rate in Lahon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lahon is 76.23%. Male literacy is 80.49% and female literacy is 71.62%.