Lataunha - Laukaha, Madhubani
Lataunha is a village situated in the Laukaha subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Laukaha and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Lalmaniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lataunha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lataunha is 219979. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 847232 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Lataunha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lataunha
According to the 2011 Census, Lataunha village had a total population of 817 people, including 421 males and 396 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.42%, with male literacy at 78.55% and female literacy at 47.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90.
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 | 817 | 421 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 76 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 41 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 430 | 271 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 150 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Lataunha
Lataunha 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 Lataunha
Lataunha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Madhubani to Lataunha is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lataunha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lataunha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lataunha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lataunha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lataunha
Where is Lataunha located?
Lataunha village is located in Laukaha Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lataunha?
The Gram Panchayat of Lataunha is Lalmaniya.
What is the pincode of Lataunha?
The pincode of Lataunha is 847232.
What is the population of Lataunha?
Lataunha had a total population of 817, including 421 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Lataunha?
Lataunha had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lataunha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lataunha was 63.42%. Male literacy was 78.55% and female literacy was 47.75%.