Chilling Lachan - Sadiya, Tinsukia
Chilling Lachan is a village situated in the Sadiya subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. Amarpur serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Chilling Lachan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilling Lachan is 289888. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 786157 pincode. Doomdooma is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chilling Lachan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sadiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chilling Lachan
According to the 2011 Census, Chilling Lachan village had a total population of 519 people, including 276 males and 243 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.19%, with male literacy at 87.02% and female literacy at 60.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 449.
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 | 519 | 276 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 68 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 449 | 236 | 213 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 181 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 95 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Chilling Lachan
Chilling Lachan 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 Chilling Lachan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chilling Lachan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doomdooma to Chilling Lachan is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Chilling Lachan is about 60 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 Chilling Lachan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilling Lachan 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 Chilling Lachan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilling Lachan 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 Chilling Lachan
Where is Chilling Lachan located?
Chilling Lachan village is located in Sadiya Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Chilling Lachan?
The Gaon Panchayat of Chilling Lachan is Amarpur.
What is the pincode of Chilling Lachan?
The pincode of Chilling Lachan is 786157.
What is the population of Chilling Lachan?
Chilling Lachan had a total population of 519, including 276 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Chilling Lachan?
Chilling Lachan had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chilling Lachan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilling Lachan was 74.19%. Male literacy was 87.02% and female literacy was 60.21%.