Lagan
Lagan is a village located in Jama subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Jama (tehsildar office) and 11km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Sarsabad is the gram panchayat of Lagan village.
Lagan has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Lagan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lagan is 371844. The village spans a total geographical area of 131 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814146. Jama is nearest town to Lagan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Lagan
Population of Lagan
Below is a concise population overview of Lagan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 560 | 283 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 33 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 90 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 198 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 85 | 135 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lagan village:
- The total population of Lagan village is around 560, including approximately 283 males and 277 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 72 children aged 0–6 years in Lagan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Lagan village has 84 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 192 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Lagan village is about 60.71%, with male literacy at 69.96% and female literacy at 51.26%.
- There are around 115 households in Lagan village.
Connectivity of Lagan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lagan. As per the 2011 stats, Lagan 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lagan
Knowing the nearby villages of Lagan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lagan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lagan
- Where is Lagan located?
- Lagan village is situated in Jama Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lagan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Lagan is Sarsabad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Lagan?
- The pincode of Lagan is 814146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lagan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lagan is 560, with 283 males and 277 females.
- How many households are there in Lagan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lagan village has a total of 115 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lagan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lagan is 60.71%. The male literacy rate is 69.96%, while the female literacy rate is 51.26%.