Lach
Lach is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Lach village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Lach unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Lach’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 Lach
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lach is 000289. The village spans a total geographical area of 187 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193302. Handwara is nearest town to Lach village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Lach
Population of Lach
According to the 2011 Census, Lach has a total population of about 2,481, with approximately 1,308 males and 1,173 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 428 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.08%, with male literacy at about 61.09% and female literacy near 42.03%. There are around 299 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lach's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,481 | 1,308 | 1,173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 428 | 225 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,292 | 799 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,189 | 509 | 680 |
Connectivity of Lach
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lach. As per the 2011 stats, Lach had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lach
Knowing the nearby villages of Lach helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lach.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lach
- Where is Lach located?
- Lach village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lach?
- Lach serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Lach?
- The pincode of Lach is 193302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lach as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lach is 2,481, with 1,308 males and 1,173 females.
- How many households are there in Lach as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lach village has a total of 299 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lach as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lach is 52.08%. The male literacy rate is 61.09%, while the female literacy rate is 42.03%.