Lanchan

Lanchan is a village located in Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Baderwah (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Chanchora is the gram panchayat of Lanchan village.

Lanchan has its own place in the vibrant Doda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Lanchan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lanchan is 004460. The village spans a total geographical area of 41.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182222. Bhadarwah is nearest town to Lanchan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.

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Population of Lanchan

Below is a concise population overview of Lanchan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 347 167 180
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 66 34 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) 338 161 177
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 194 107 87
Illiterate Population 153 60 93

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lanchan village:

  • The total population of Lanchan village is around 347, including approximately 167 males and 180 females, with a sex ratio of 1077 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 66 children aged 0–6 years in Lanchan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lanchan village has 338 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Lanchan village is about 55.91%, with male literacy at 64.07% and female literacy at 48.33%.
  • There are around 61 households in Lanchan village.

Connectivity of Lanchan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lanchan. As per the 2011 stats, Lanchan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Lanchan

Knowing the nearby villages of Lanchan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lanchan.

Koundra Nagni Bhalra Balote Jalga Chenchora Tribbe Rehi Naska Kursari Dugah

Frequently Asked Questions about Lanchan

Where is Lanchan located?
Lanchan village is situated in Bhaderwah Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lanchan?
The Gram Panchayat of Lanchan is Chanchora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lanchan?
The pincode of Lanchan is 182222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lanchan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lanchan is 347, with 167 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Lanchan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lanchan village has a total of 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lanchan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lanchan is 55.91%. The male literacy rate is 64.07%, while the female literacy rate is 48.33%.