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.

Lahugaon has its own place in the vibrant Darjiling region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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

Below is a concise population overview of Lahugaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lahugaon village:

  • The total population of Lahugaon village is around 12,710, including approximately 6,468 males and 6,242 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,812 children aged 0–6 years in Lahugaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lahugaon village has 3,301 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 917 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Lahugaon village is about 60.59%, with male literacy at 65.83% and female literacy at 55.16%.
  • There are around 2,534 households in Lahugaon village.

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%.