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.
Here you can discover what makes Lanchan unique in its vibrant Bhaderwah-Doda region. You’ll see Lanchan’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 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.
Google Map of Lanchan
Population of Lanchan
According to the 2011 Census, Lanchan has a total population of about 347, with approximately 167 males and 180 females. The sex ratio is around 1077 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 66 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 338 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.91%, with male literacy at about 64.07% and female literacy near 48.33%. There are around 61 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lanchan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.