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
As per Census 2011, Latiwaza village has a total population of 340 people, consisting of 171 males and 169 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 94 literate and 246 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Latiwaza are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 340 | 171 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| 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 has a total population of 340, including 171 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Latiwaza?
There are 53 households in Latiwaza.
What is the literacy rate in Latiwaza?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Latiwaza is 27.65%. Male literacy is 28.07% and female literacy is 27.22%.