Lanchan - Bhaderwah, Doda
Lanchan is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Chanchora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Lanchan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lanchan is 004460. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.3 hectares and falls under the 182222 pincode. Bhadarwah is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Lanchan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lanchan
According to the 2011 Census, Lanchan village had a total population of 347 people, including 167 males and 180 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,078 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.04%, with male literacy at 80.45% and female literacy at 58.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 338.
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 | 347 | 167 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 161 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 107 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 60 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Lanchan
Lanchan 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 Lanchan
Lanchan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadarwah to Lanchan is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Lanchan is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lanchan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lanchan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lanchan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lanchan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lanchan
Where is Lanchan located?
Lanchan village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Lanchan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Lanchan is Chanchora.
What is the pincode of Lanchan?
The pincode of Lanchan is 182222.
What is the population of Lanchan?
Lanchan had a total population of 347, including 167 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Lanchan?
Lanchan had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lanchan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lanchan was 69.04%. Male literacy was 80.45% and female literacy was 58.78%.