Lat - Barachatti, Gaya
Lat is a village situated in the Barachatti subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barachatti and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Patluka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lat is 257351. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 824201 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Lat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Lat
According to the 2011 Census, Lat village had a total population of 283 people, including 150 males and 133 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.13%, with male literacy at 50.79% and female literacy at 19.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 283 | 150 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 99 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 64 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 86 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Lat
Lat 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 Lat
Lat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaya to Lat 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 Lat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lat 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 Lat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lat 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 Lat
Where is Lat located?
Lat village is located in Barachatti Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lat?
The Gram Panchayat of Lat is Patluka.
What is the pincode of Lat?
The pincode of Lat is 824201.
What is the population of Lat?
Lat had a total population of 283, including 150 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Lat?
Lat had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lat was 36.13%. Male literacy was 50.79% and female literacy was 19.64%.