Lathwan

Lathwan is a village located in Bhoranj tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from district headquarter Bhoranj. Bhoranj is the sub-district headquarter of Lathwan village. As per 2009 stats, Bhaunkar is the gram panchayat of Lathwan village.

Lathwan has its own place in the vibrant Hamirpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Lathwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lathwan is 017936. The village spans a total geographical area of 56.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176043. Bhota is nearest town to Lathwan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Lathwan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhoranj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Lathwan

Below is a concise population overview of Lathwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 295 136 159
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 16 12 4
Scheduled Castes (SC) 57 25 32
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 247 119 128
Illiterate Population 48 17 31

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lathwan village:

  • The total population of Lathwan village is around 295, including approximately 136 males and 159 females, with a sex ratio of 1169 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 16 children aged 0–6 years in Lathwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lathwan village has 57 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Lathwan village is about 83.73%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 80.50%.
  • There are around 72 households in Lathwan village.

Connectivity of Lathwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lathwan. As per the 2011 stats, Lathwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Lathwan

Knowing the nearby villages of Lathwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lathwan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lathwan

Where is Lathwan located?
Lathwan village is situated in Bhoranj Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lathwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Lathwan is Bhaunkar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lathwan?
The pincode of Lathwan is 176043, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lathwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lathwan is 295, with 136 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Lathwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lathwan village has a total of 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lathwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lathwan is 83.73%. The male literacy rate is 87.50%, while the female literacy rate is 80.50%.