Lathoong - Surankote, Poonch
Lathoong is a village situated in the Surankote tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Surankote and around 31 km from Punch. Lathoung serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Lathoong village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lathoong is 001240. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 185121 pincode. Surankote is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Lathoong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lathoong
According to the 2011 Census, Lathoong village had a total population of 938 people, including 485 males and 453 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.68%, with male literacy at 71.14% and female literacy at 51.11%.
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 | 938 | 485 | 453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 83 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 286 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 199 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Lathoong
Lathoong 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 Lathoong
Lathoong is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Surankote to Lathoong is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Punch to Lathoong is about 31 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 Lathoong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lathoong 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lathoong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lathoong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lathoong
Where is Lathoong located?
Lathoong village is located in Surankote Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Lathoong?
The Halqa Panchayat of Lathoong is Lathoung.
What is the pincode of Lathoong?
The pincode of Lathoong is 185121.
What is the population of Lathoong?
Lathoong had a total population of 938, including 485 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Lathoong?
Lathoong had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lathoong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lathoong was 61.68%. Male literacy was 71.14% and female literacy was 51.11%.