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
According to the 2011 Census, Lachog village had a total population of 127 people, including 69 males and 58 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.17%, with male literacy at 96.77% and female literacy at 86.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67.
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 | 127 | 69 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 127, including 69 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Lachog?
Lachog had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lachog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachog was 92.17%. Male literacy was 96.77% and female literacy was 86.79%.