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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Lanchan village has a total population of 347 people, consisting of 167 males and 180 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 194 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 338 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lanchan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 347 | 167 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 161 | 177 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Lanchan?
The Gram Panchayat of Lanchan is Chanchora.
What is the pincode of Lanchan?
The pincode of Lanchan is 182222.
What is the population of Lanchan?
Lanchan has a total population of 347, including 167 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Lanchan?
There are 61 households in Lanchan.
What is the literacy rate in Lanchan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lanchan is 55.91%. Male literacy is 64.07% and female literacy is 48.33%.