Lachung
About Lachung
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Lachung village is 260926. Lachung village is located in Chungthang subdivision of North District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Chungthang (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Mangan. As per 2009 stats, Lachung Dzumsa is the gram panchayat of Lachung village.
The total geographical area of village is 2805.82 hectares. Lachung has a total population of 2,495 peoples, out of which male population is 1,796 while female population is 699. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 389 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of lachung village is 72.10% out of which 82.63% males and 45.06% females are literate. There are about 401 houses in lachung village. Pincode of lachung village locality is 737113.
When it comes to administration, Lachung 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, Lachung village comes under Lachen mangan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Mangan is nearest town to lachung village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 53km away.
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Population of Lachung
The population details of Lachung 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 | 2,495 | 1,796 | 699 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 114 | 64 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,063 | 569 | 494 |
| Literate Population | 1,799 | 1,484 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 696 | 312 | 384 |
Connectivity of Lachung
| 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 Lachung
Where is Lachung located?
Lachung village is situated in Chungthang Subdivision, within the North District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachung?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachung is Lachung Dzumsa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lachung?
The pincode of Lachung is 737113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lachung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lachung is 2,495, with 1,796 males and 699 females.
How many households are there in Lachung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lachung village has a total of 401 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lachung as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lachung is 72.10%. The male literacy rate is 82.63%, while the female literacy rate is 45.06%.