Lachen Forest Block
Lachen Forest Block is a village located in Chungthang subdivision of North District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Chungthang (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Mangan. As per 2009 stats, Lachen Dzumsa is the gram panchayat of Lachen Forest Block village.
Here you can discover what makes Lachen Forest Block unique in its vibrant Chungthang-North District region. You’ll see Lachen Forest Block’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Lachen Forest Block
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lachen Forest Block is 260930. The village spans a total geographical area of 16620.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737113. Mangan is nearest town to Lachen Forest Block village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.
When it comes to local governance, Lachen Forest Block village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lachen mangan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lachen Forest Block
Population of Lachen Forest Block
According to the 2011 Census, Lachen Forest Block has a total population of about 3. Information on children aged 0 to 6 years is not available. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. Literacy information is not available. There are around 2 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lachen Forest Block's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3 | 3 | N/A |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 3 | N/A |
Connectivity of Lachen Forest Block
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lachen Forest Block. As per the 2011 stats, Lachen Forest Block had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lachen Forest Block
Knowing the nearby villages of Lachen Forest Block helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lachen Forest Block.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lachen Forest Block
- Where is Lachen Forest Block located?
- Lachen Forest Block village is situated in Chungthang Subdivision, within the North District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lachen Forest Block?
- The Gram Panchayat of Lachen Forest Block is Lachen Dzumsa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Lachen Forest Block?
- The pincode of Lachen Forest Block is 737113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- How many households are there in Lachen Forest Block as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lachen Forest Block village has a total of 2 households.