Lahugaon

Lahugaon is a village located in Phansidewa subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 23.1km away from sub-district headquarter Phansidewa. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Lahugaon village. As per 2009 stats, Bidhannagar I is the gram panchayat of Lahugaon village.

Here you can discover what makes Lahugaon unique in its vibrant Phansidewa-Darjiling region. You’ll see Lahugaon’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 Lahugaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lahugaon is 306770. The village spans a total geographical area of 995.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734434. Bagdogra is nearest town to Lahugaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

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Population of Lahugaon

According to the 2011 Census, Lahugaon has a total population of about 12,710, with approximately 6,468 males and 6,242 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,812 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,301 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 917. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.59%, with male literacy at about 65.83% and female literacy near 55.16%. There are around 2,534 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lahugaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 12,710 6,468 6,242
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,812 882 930
Scheduled Castes (SC) 3,301 1,684 1,617
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 917 425 492
Literate Population 7,701 4,258 3,443
Illiterate Population 5,009 2,210 2,799

Connectivity of Lahugaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lahugaon. As per the 2011 stats, Lahugaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Lahugaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Lahugaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lahugaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lahugaon

Where is Lahugaon located?
Lahugaon village is situated in Phansidewa Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lahugaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Lahugaon is Bidhannagar I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lahugaon?
The pincode of Lahugaon is 734434, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lahugaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lahugaon is 12,710, with 6,468 males and 6,242 females.
How many households are there in Lahugaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lahugaon village has a total of 2,534 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lahugaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lahugaon is 60.59%. The male literacy rate is 65.83%, while the female literacy rate is 55.16%.