Lachen
About Lachen
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Lachen village is 260925. Lachen village is located in Chungthang subdivision of North District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Chungthang (tehsildar office) and 59km away from district headquarter Mangan. As per 2009 stats, Lachen Dzumsa is the gram panchayat of Lachen village.
The total geographical area of village is 3635.75 hectares. Lachen has a total population of 1,325 peoples, out of which male population is 736 while female population is 589. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 800 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of lachen village is 47.02% out of which 54.48% males and 37.69% females are literate. There are about 338 houses in lachen village. Pincode of lachen village locality is 737113.
When it comes to administration, Lachen village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Lachen village comes under Lachen mangan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Mangan is nearest town to lachen village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 59km away.
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Population of Lachen
The population details of Lachen cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,325 | 736 | 589 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 129 | 72 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,148 | 604 | 544 |
| Literate Population | 623 | 401 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 335 | 367 |
Connectivity of Lachen
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lachen
Where is Lachen located?
Lachen village is situated in Chungthang Subdivision, within the North District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachen?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachen 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?
The pincode of Lachen is 737113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lachen as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lachen is 1,325, with 736 males and 589 females.
How many households are there in Lachen as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lachen village has a total of 338 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lachen as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lachen is 47.02%. The male literacy rate is 54.48%, while the female literacy rate is 37.69%.