Latma - Sonhat, Korea
Latma is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Sonhat and around 15 km from Baikunthpur. Latama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Latma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Latma is 431599. The village covers a total geographical area of 435.51 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Latma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Latma
As per Census 2011, Latma village has a total population of 1,050 people, consisting of 487 males and 563 females. The village has 223 households and a sex ratio of 1,156 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 546 literate and 504 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 366 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Latma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,050 | 487 | 563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 85 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 64 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 366 | 161 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 291 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 196 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Latma
Latma 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 Latma
Latma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Baikunthpur to Latma is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Latma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Latma 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Latma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Latma 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Latma
Where is Latma located?
Latma village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Latma?
The Gram Panchayat of Latma is Latama.
What is the pincode of Latma?
The pincode of Latma is 497339.
What is the population of Latma?
Latma has a total population of 1,050, including 487 males and 563 females.
How many households are there in Latma?
There are 223 households in Latma.
What is the literacy rate in Latma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Latma is 52.00%. Male literacy is 59.75% and female literacy is 45.29%.