Lachen Forest Block - Chungthang, Mangan
Lachen Forest Block is a village situated in the Chungthang subdivision of Mangan district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 32 km from Chungthang and around 62 km from Mangan. Lachen Dzumsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachen Forest Block village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachen Forest Block is 260930. The village covers a total geographical area of 16620.41 hectares and falls under the 737120 pincode. Mangan is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Lachen Forest Block village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sabhapati serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lachen mangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikkim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lachen Forest Block
According to the 2011 Census, Lachen Forest Block village had a total population of 3 people, including 3 males, living in 2 households. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 3 | 0 |
Nearby Villages of Lachen Forest Block
Lachen Forest Block 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 Lachen Forest Block
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Lachen Forest Block. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Lachen Forest Block.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangan to Lachen Forest Block is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lachen Forest Block
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachen Forest Block village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lachen Forest Block
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachen Forest Block village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lachen Forest Block
Where is Lachen Forest Block located?
Lachen Forest Block village is located in Chungthang Subdivision, Mangan district, Sikkim, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lachen Forest Block?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachen Forest Block is Lachen Dzumsa.
What is the pincode of Lachen Forest Block?
The pincode of Lachen Forest Block is 737120.
How many households are there in Lachen Forest Block?
Lachen Forest Block had 2 households.