Lagam - Mulchera, Gadchiroli
Lagam is a village situated in the Mulchera tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mulchera and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Lagam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lagam is 539477. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.66 hectares and falls under the 442705 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Lagam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lagam
According to the 2011 Census, Lagam village had a total population of 1,538 people, including 786 males and 752 females, living in 393 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.47%, with male literacy at 84.89% and female literacy at 69.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,026.
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 | 1,538 | 786 | 752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 78 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,026 | 526 | 500 |
| Literate Population | 1,076 | 601 | 475 |
| Illiterate Population | 462 | 185 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Lagam
Lagam 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 Lagam
Lagam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Lagam is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lagam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lagam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lagam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lagam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lagam
Where is Lagam located?
Lagam village is located in Mulchera Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lagam?
Lagam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lagam?
The pincode of Lagam is 442705.
What is the population of Lagam?
Lagam had a total population of 1,538, including 786 males and 752 females.
How many households are there in Lagam?
Lagam had 393 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lagam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lagam was 77.47%. Male literacy was 84.89% and female literacy was 69.75%.