Lagamchak - Mulchera, Gadchiroli
Lagamchak 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 92 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Chutugunta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lagamchak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lagamchak is 539471. The village covers a total geographical area of 263.51 hectares and falls under the 442705 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Lagamchak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lagamchak
As per Census 2011, Lagamchak village has a total population of 1,219 people, consisting of 615 males and 604 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,014 literate and 205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,086 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lagamchak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,219 | 615 | 604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,086 | 541 | 545 |
| Literate Population | 1,014 | 535 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 80 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Lagamchak
Lagamchak 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 Lagamchak
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Lagamchak.
| 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 Lagamchak is about 92 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 Lagamchak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lagamchak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lagamchak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lagamchak 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 Lagamchak
Where is Lagamchak located?
Lagamchak village is located in Mulchera Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lagamchak?
The Gram Panchayat of Lagamchak is Chutugunta.
What is the pincode of Lagamchak?
The pincode of Lagamchak is 442705.
What is the population of Lagamchak?
Lagamchak has a total population of 1,219, including 615 males and 604 females.
How many households are there in Lagamchak?
There are 171 households in Lagamchak.
What is the literacy rate in Lagamchak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lagamchak is 83.18%. Male literacy is 86.99% and female literacy is 79.30%.