Lathwan (42/94) - Bhoranj, Hamirpur
Lathwan (42/94) is a village situated in the Bhoranj tehsil of Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhounkhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lathwan (42/94) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lathwan (42/94) is 017936. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.03 hectares and falls under the 176043 pincode. Bhota is the nearest town.
Lathwan (42/94) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhoranj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lathwan (42/94)
According to the 2011 Census, Lathwan (42/94) village had a total population of 295 people, including 136 males and 159 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,169 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.53%, with male literacy at 95.97% and female literacy at 82.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 295 | 136 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 25 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 119 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 17 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Lathwan (42/94)
Lathwan (42/94) 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 Lathwan (42/94)
Lathwan (42/94) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hamirpur to Lathwan (42/94) is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lathwan (42/94)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lathwan (42/94) 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 Lathwan (42/94)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lathwan (42/94) 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lathwan (42/94)
Where is Lathwan (42/94) located?
Lathwan (42/94) village is located in Bhoranj Tehsil, Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lathwan (42/94)?
The Gram Panchayat of Lathwan (42/94) is Bhounkhar.
What is the pincode of Lathwan (42/94)?
The pincode of Lathwan (42/94) is 176043.
What is the population of Lathwan (42/94)?
Lathwan (42/94) had a total population of 295, including 136 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Lathwan (42/94)?
Lathwan (42/94) had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lathwan (42/94)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lathwan (42/94) was 88.53%. Male literacy was 95.97% and female literacy was 82.58%.