Latiwaza - Lar, Ganderbal
Latiwaza is a village situated in the Lar tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lar and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Kurhama-b serves as the Gram Panchayat for Latiwaza village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Latiwaza is 002861. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 191201 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Latiwaza village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ganderbal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Latiwaza
According to the 2011 Census, Latiwaza village had a total population of 340 people, including 171 males and 169 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.84%, with male literacy at 30.38% and female literacy at 29.30%.
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 | 340 | 171 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 123 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Latiwaza
Latiwaza 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 Latiwaza
Latiwaza is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ganderbal to Latiwaza is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Latiwaza is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Latiwaza
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Latiwaza 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 Latiwaza
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Latiwaza 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 Latiwaza
Where is Latiwaza located?
Latiwaza village is located in Lar Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Latiwaza?
The Gram Panchayat of Latiwaza is Kurhama-b.
What is the pincode of Latiwaza?
The pincode of Latiwaza is 191201.
What is the population of Latiwaza?
Latiwaza had a total population of 340, including 171 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Latiwaza?
Latiwaza had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Latiwaza?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Latiwaza was 29.84%. Male literacy was 30.38% and female literacy was 29.30%.