Lachung Forest Block - Chungthang, Mangan
Lachung Forest Block is a village situated in the Chungthang subdivision of Mangan district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 28 km from Chungthang and around 58 km from Mangan. Lachung Dzumsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachung Forest Block village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachung Forest Block is 260932. The village covers a total geographical area of 72648.55 hectares and falls under the 737120 pincode. Mangan is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Lachung 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 Lachung Forest Block
According to the 2011 Census, Lachung Forest Block village had a total population of 4 people, including 1 males and 3 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 3,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with female literacy at 100.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Nearby Villages of Lachung Forest Block
Lachung 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 Lachung Forest Block
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lachung 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangan to Lachung Forest Block is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lachung Forest Block
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachung Forest Block village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lachung 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 Lachung Forest Block village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lachung Forest Block
Where is Lachung Forest Block located?
Lachung Forest Block village is located in Chungthang Subdivision, Mangan district, Sikkim, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lachung Forest Block?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachung Forest Block is Lachung Dzumsa.
What is the pincode of Lachung Forest Block?
The pincode of Lachung Forest Block is 737120.
What is the population of Lachung Forest Block?
Lachung Forest Block had a total population of 4, including 1 males and 3 females.
How many households are there in Lachung Forest Block?
Lachung Forest Block had 1 households.