Lathishort - Zaingeer, Baramulla
Lathishort is a village situated in the Zaingeer tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Sopore and around 32 km from Baramulla. Nowpora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lathishort village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lathishort is 002178. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.1 hectares and falls under the 193201 pincode. Sopore is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Lathishort village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lathishort
According to the 2011 Census, Lathishort village had a total population of 1,654 people, including 832 males and 822 females, living in 246 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.94%, with male literacy at 87.80% and female literacy at 66.06%.
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 | 1,654 | 832 | 822 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 168 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,021 | 583 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 249 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Lathishort
Lathishort 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 Lathishort
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Lathishort. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lathishort.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sopore to Lathishort is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Lathishort is about 32 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 Lathishort
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lathishort village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lathishort
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lathishort village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lathishort
Where is Lathishort located?
Lathishort village is located in Zaingeer Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lathishort?
The Gram Panchayat of Lathishort is Nowpora.
What is the pincode of Lathishort?
The pincode of Lathishort is 193201.
What is the population of Lathishort?
Lathishort had a total population of 1,654, including 832 males and 822 females.
How many households are there in Lathishort?
Lathishort had 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lathishort?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lathishort was 76.94%. Male literacy was 87.80% and female literacy was 66.06%.