Lataw (Rv) - Mayabunder, North And Middle Andaman
Lataw (Rv) is a village situated in the Mayabunder taluka of North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 1 km from Mayabunder and around 7 km from Mayabunder. Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lataw (Rv) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lataw (Rv) is 645300. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.26 hectares and falls under the 744204 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 233 km away.
Lataw (Rv) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lataw (Rv)
According to the 2011 Census, Lataw (Rv) village had a total population of 456 people, including 230 males and 226 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.29%, with male literacy at 92.65% and female literacy at 83.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 456 | 230 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 189 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 41 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Lataw (Rv)
Lataw (Rv) 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 Lataw (Rv)
Lataw (Rv) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Lataw (Rv) is about 233 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mayabunder to Lataw (Rv) is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lataw (Rv)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lataw (Rv) 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 Lataw (Rv)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lataw (Rv) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lataw (Rv)
Where is Lataw (Rv) located?
Lataw (Rv) village is located in Mayabunder Taluka, North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lataw (Rv)?
The Gram Panchayat of Lataw (Rv) is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Lataw (Rv)?
The pincode of Lataw (Rv) is 744204.
What is the population of Lataw (Rv)?
Lataw (Rv) had a total population of 456, including 230 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Lataw (Rv)?
Lataw (Rv) had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lataw (Rv)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lataw (Rv) was 88.29%. Male literacy was 92.65% and female literacy was 83.98%.