Lachog - Mamlig, Solan
Lachog is a village situated in the Mamlig tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Solan. Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachog is 022326. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.81 hectares and falls under the 173222 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Lachog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lachog
As per Census 2011, Lachog village has a total population of 127 people, consisting of 69 males and 58 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 840 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 106 literate and 21 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachog are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 127 | 69 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 60 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 9 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Lachog
Lachog 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 Lachog
Lachog is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Lachog is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lachog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachog village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lachog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachog village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lachog
Where is Lachog located?
Lachog village is located in Mamlig Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachog?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachog is Kot.
What is the pincode of Lachog?
The pincode of Lachog is 173222.
What is the population of Lachog?
Lachog has a total population of 127, including 69 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Lachog?
There are 25 households in Lachog.
What is the literacy rate in Lachog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachog is 83.46%. Male literacy is 86.96% and female literacy is 79.31%.