Lanchi
Lanchi is a village located in Surajpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Surajpur (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Lanchi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Lanchi unique in its vibrant Surajpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Lanchi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Lanchi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lanchi is 432581. The village spans a total geographical area of 419.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497226. Ambikapur is nearest town to Lanchi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
Google Map of Lanchi
Population of Lanchi
According to the 2011 Census, Lanchi has a total population of about 1,438, with approximately 734 males and 704 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 262 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 11 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,149. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.16%, with male literacy at about 50.00% and female literacy near 38.07%. There are around 305 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lanchi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,438 | 734 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 144 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,149 | 590 | 559 |
| Literate Population | 635 | 367 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 803 | 367 | 436 |
Connectivity of Lanchi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lanchi. As per the 2011 stats, Lanchi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lanchi
Knowing the nearby villages of Lanchi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lanchi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lanchi
- Where is Lanchi located?
- Lanchi village is situated in Surajpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lanchi?
- Lanchi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Lanchi?
- The pincode of Lanchi is 497226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lanchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lanchi is 1,438, with 734 males and 704 females.
- How many households are there in Lanchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lanchi village has a total of 305 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lanchi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lanchi is 44.16%. The male literacy rate is 50.00%, while the female literacy rate is 38.07%.