Lathung
Lathung is a village located in Surankote tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Surankote (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Lathoung is the gram panchayat of Lathung village.
Here you can discover what makes Lathung unique in its vibrant Surankote-Punch region. You’ll see Lathung’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Lathung
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lathung is 001240. The village spans a total geographical area of 127 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185121. Surankote is nearest town to Lathung village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Lathung
Population of Lathung
According to the 2011 Census, Lathung has a total population of about 938, with approximately 485 males and 453 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 176 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.11%, with male literacy at about 58.97% and female literacy near 40.62%. There are around 195 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lathung's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 938 | 485 | 453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 83 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 470 | 286 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 199 | 269 |
Connectivity of Lathung
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lathung. As per the 2011 stats, Lathung had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lathung
Knowing the nearby villages of Lathung helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lathung.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lathung
- Where is Lathung located?
- Lathung village is situated in Surankote Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lathung?
- The Gram Panchayat of Lathung is Lathoung (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Lathung?
- The pincode of Lathung is 185121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lathung as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lathung is 938, with 485 males and 453 females.
- How many households are there in Lathung as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lathung village has a total of 195 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lathung as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lathung is 50.11%. The male literacy rate is 58.97%, while the female literacy rate is 40.62%.